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cilastatin /ci·la·stat·in/ a dipeptidase inhibitor used with imipenem to decrease the metabolism of imipenem in the kidneys and increase its concentration in the urine; administered as the sodium salt. cilastatin an inhibitor of dehydropeptidase I, an enzyme found in renal tubules. Used in association with the antibiotic, imipenem, to prevent its inactivation. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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