Fortum Im/Iv Injection 1G (1 Box = 1 Injection)
Ceftazidime is bactericidal in action
Ceftazidime is bactericidal in action. It acts by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis
Purpose
Bacterial Infection
Ingredients
Ceftazidime
Warnings
Concurrent treatment with high doses of cephalosporins and nephrotoxic drugs such as aminoglycosides or potent diuretics (e.g. furosemide) may adversely affect renal function.
Ceftazidime is eliminated via the kidneys, therefore the dosage is advised to be reduced according to the degree of renal impairment. Neurological sequelae have occasionally been reported when the dose has not been reduced in patients with renal impairment .
Pseudomembranous colitis has been reported with the use of antibiotics and may range in severity from mild to life-threatening. Therefore, it is important to consider its diagnosis in patients who develop diarrhoea during or after antibiotic use.
Side Effects
Common side effects These may affect up to 1 in 10 people: • diarrhoea • swelling and redness along a vein • red raised skin rash which may be itchy • pain, burning, swelling or inflammation at the injection site Uncommon side effects These may affect up to 1 in 100 people: • inflammation of the gut which can cause pain, or diarrhoea which may contain blood • thrush (fungal infections in the mouth or vagina) • headache • dizziness • stomach ache • feeling sick or being sick • fever and chills.
Storage Instructions
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
| Brand | GSK |
| Status | Active |
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