CEFTAZIDIME belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, brain, bones and joints, ears, throat, skin, and soft tissue. Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. CEFTAZIDIME does not work against infections caused by the virus.
CEFTAZIDIME contains Ceftazidime, an antibiotic that works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damaging the bacterial cell wall and killing bacteria.
CEFTAZIDIME will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience redness and swelling along with a vein, red raised skin rash, which may be itchy, burning, painful, inflammation, or swelling at the site of injection or diarrhea. Most of these side effects of CEFTAZIDIME do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to CEFTAZIDIME or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking CEFTAZIDIME. Drive only if you are alert as CEFTAZIDIME may cause dizziness. If you are on a controlled sodium diet, inform your doctor before taking CEFTAZIDIME. If you have a widespread rash with peeling skin and blisters, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of Stevens-Johnson syndrome.
Bacterial infections
CEFTAZIDIME contains Ceftazidime, a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts 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 several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, brain, bones and joints, ears, throat, skin and soft tissue. CEFTAZIDIME interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria. Additionally, CEFTAZIDIME may be used to treat fever due to bacterial infections in patients with low white blood cells count and also to prevent bacterial infections in men during prostate surgery.
If you are allergic to CEFTAZIDIME or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney problems or diabetes, inform your doctor before taking CEFTAZIDIME. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking CEFTAZIDIME. CEFTAZIDIME may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and coomb’s test (blood test), resulting in unusual results. Therefore, inform the lab technician that you are taking CEFTAZIDIME before undergoing any tests. If you are on a controlled sodium diet, inform your doctor before taking CEFTAZIDIME. If you have a widespread rash with peeling skin and blisters, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Drive only if you are alert as CEFTAZIDIME may cause dizziness. You are recommended to complete the full course of CEFTAZIDIME as prescribed by your doctor for effective results.
Drug-Drug Interaction: CEFTAZIDIME may interact with antibiotics (chloramphenicol, tobramycin, gentamicin) and water tablets (furosemide).
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have kidney problems or diabetes, inform your doctor before taking CEFTAZIDIME.
The interaction of CEFTAZIDIME with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using CEFTAZIDIME.
CEFTAZIDIME is a category B pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
CEFTAZIDIME may be excreted in human milk in small amounts. Therefore, it is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.
CEFTAZIDIME may cause dizziness. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel dizzy after taking CEFTAZIDIME.
Take CEFTAZIDIME with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Take CEFTAZIDIME with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
CEFTAZIDIME should be used in children only in doses as prescribed by a doctor.
Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes, namely spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, and tiredness.