Generic Name : CEFTAZIDIME
TradeName : Ceftazidime is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : Ceftazidime is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications) : Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins (beta lactam antibiotics).
When it is to be taken : V/IM Susceptible infections 1-6 g/day in divided doses. Pseudomonal lung infections in patients w/ cystic fibrosis 90-150 mg/kg/day in 3 divided doses, up to 9 g/day. Prophylaxis of surgical infection in patients undergoing prostate surgery 1 g at the induction of anesthesia, may repeat upon catheter removal
Special Instruction :
*Caution need for patients with history of penicillin allergy; severe kidney problem; pregnancy, lactation. *Long-term or repeated use of Ceftazidime may cause a secondary infection. *Ceftazidime only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections (eg, the common cold). *Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor. *Hormonal birth control (eg, birth control pills) may not work as well while you are using this medication.
Side Effects :
GI
Nausea; vomiting; diarrhea; loss of appetite; abdominal pain or cramps; flatulence; colitis, including colon infection.
GENITOURINARY
Pus in urine, kidney dysfunction; absence of urine, reversible interstitial inflammation of kidney, blood in urine, toxic kidney disease.
BLOOD
Increase in white blood cell, eosinophils and lymphocytes, decrease in nuetrophils; decreased platelet function; decreases red blood cells, insufficiency of new blood cells, bleeding.
LIVER
Liver function impairment, jaundice, abnormal liver function test results.
MISCELLANEOUS
Hypersensitivity, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic detachment of skin layers, overgrowth; serum sickness–like reactions (eg, skin rashes, joint pain, fever); inflammation of veins, and pain at injection site.
Other Precautions :
*It may reduce the ability of your blood to clot. Avoid activities that may cause bruising or injury.
Storage Conditions :
: Parenteral: Store at 15-30°C. Usually handled and stored by a health care provider.
TradeName : Ceftazidime is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : Ceftazidime is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications) : Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins (beta lactam antibiotics).
When it is to be taken : V/IM Susceptible infections 1-6 g/day in divided doses. Pseudomonal lung infections in patients w/ cystic fibrosis 90-150 mg/kg/day in 3 divided doses, up to 9 g/day. Prophylaxis of surgical infection in patients undergoing prostate surgery 1 g at the induction of anesthesia, may repeat upon catheter removal
Special Instruction :
*Caution need for patients with history of penicillin allergy; severe kidney problem; pregnancy, lactation. *Long-term or repeated use of Ceftazidime may cause a secondary infection. *Ceftazidime only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections (eg, the common cold). *Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor. *Hormonal birth control (eg, birth control pills) may not work as well while you are using this medication.
Side Effects :
GI
Nausea; vomiting; diarrhea; loss of appetite; abdominal pain or cramps; flatulence; colitis, including colon infection.
GENITOURINARY
Pus in urine, kidney dysfunction; absence of urine, reversible interstitial inflammation of kidney, blood in urine, toxic kidney disease.
BLOOD
Increase in white blood cell, eosinophils and lymphocytes, decrease in nuetrophils; decreased platelet function; decreases red blood cells, insufficiency of new blood cells, bleeding.
LIVER
Liver function impairment, jaundice, abnormal liver function test results.
MISCELLANEOUS
Hypersensitivity, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic detachment of skin layers, overgrowth; serum sickness–like reactions (eg, skin rashes, joint pain, fever); inflammation of veins, and pain at injection site.
Other Precautions :
*It may reduce the ability of your blood to clot. Avoid activities that may cause bruising or injury.
Storage Conditions :
: Parenteral: Store at 15-30°C. Usually handled and stored by a health care provider.
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