apollo

Select Address

Search Medicines
  • Login
  1. Home
  2. Zavicefta Injection

  3. Zavicefta Injection Substitute

Zavicefta Injection Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
call Doctor

Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

AVIBACTAM-0.5GM + CEFTAZIDIME-2GM

Uses:

Treatment of Bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Zavicefta Injection are as follows:<br/>• Treatment of bacterial infections: Zavicefta Injection is used to treat serious, drug-resistant bacterial infections, especially those caused by Gram-negative organisms.<br/>• Complicated urinary tract infections (cUTIs): Zavicefta Injection is used in the treatment of complicated urinary tract infections, including pyelonephritis.<br/>• Complicated intra-abdominal infections (cIAIs): Zavicefta Injection is used to treat complicated intra-abdominal infections.<br/>• Treatment of pneumonia: Zavicefta Injection is used to treat hospital-acquired pneumonia (HAP) and ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP).<br/>• Bloodstream infections (bacteremia): Zavicefta Injection helps to treat bloodstream infections caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Zavicefta Injection contains Ceftazidime and Avibactam; they act against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It is used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, and abdomen. Ceftazidime inhibits enzymes that regulate the formation of the bacterial cell wall, thereby arresting bacterial development. Avibactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. Beta-lactamase is an enzyme that inactivates antibiotics and builds up a drug resistance. By inhibiting beta-lactamase, avibactam makes the bacteria more susceptible to antibiotic action. Zavicefta Injection damages the bacterial cell wall, kills bacteria and makes the bacteria more sensitive to the action of the antibiotic. Hence Zavicefta Injection finds widespread use in treating complicated bacterial infections.

FAQs

Zavicefta Injection belongs to a class of medicines called antibiotics used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract and abdomen.

Zavicefta Injection works by damaging the bacterial cell wall (protective covering) that is necessary for their survival and by increasing bacterial sensitivity.

Zavicefta Injection may cause diarrhoea as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists, worsens or if you notice blood or mucus in stools, avoid taking Zavicefta Injection and consult a doctor immediately.

Exercise caution while taking Zavicefta Injection with diuretics/water tablets. You are not advised to take Zavicefta Injection with a diuretic called furosemide as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of kidney problems, especially in patients with kidney impairment and also when Zavicefta Injection is given in high doses. However, please consult your doctor before taking Zavicefta Injection with other medicines.

Zavicefta Injection is not used to treat viral infections. Zavicefta Injection is an antibiotic that is used to treat only bacterial infections.

Zavicefta Injection is given through an IV (intravenous) line, which means it is injected directly into a vein. A healthcare provider administers it in a hospital or clinic, with the dose and duration depending on the specific infection being treated. It should not be self-administered.

Zavicefta Injection is safe for children when used at the prescribed doses by a doctor. However, it is not recommended for children under 3 months of age.

Before receiving Zavicefta Injection, you must inform your doctor if you are allergic to foods or medicines. You should also inform your doctor if you have kidney problems or diabetes or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you are on a controlled sodium diet, let your doctor know before starting the medication. Also, inform your doctor if you are receiving or scheduled to receive any vaccinations.

The common side effects of Zavicefta Injection include nausea, diarrhoea, and redness and swelling at the site of injection. These side effects are usually temporary, and not everyone will experience them. In most cases, they resolve on their own without the need for medical treatment. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor for further advice and management.

If a bacterial infection is not treated, the bacteria can continue to grow and spread throughout the body. This may lead to serious health complications, such as damage to vital organs or tissues. In severe cases, it can result in sepsis (a life-threatening, body-wide infection). Additionally, the infection may become harder to treat over time, as the bacteria can develop resistance to antibiotics. It is important to seek medical treatment to prevent these risks and help your body recover.