COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM belongs to the class of medications called ‘antibiotics’ used to treat bacterial infections. Bacterial infections are caused by the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Symptoms of bacterial infection vary depending on the organ affected by bacteria.
COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM contains Colistimethate Sodium. Colistimethate Sodium effectively solubilizes the bacterial cell membrane, resulting in bacterial cell death. As a result, COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM destroys the bacteria and successfully treats the infection.
COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Sometimes, you may experience common side effects like injection site reactions, renal damage, visual disturbances, GI disturbances, dizziness, nausea, vomiting and muscle weakness. But these side effects are usually in the initial phase and resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist, let your doctor know.
Before receiving COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications you are using. And also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM can cause blurred vision and dizziness in some people; if this occurs, do not drive or operate tools or machinery. It is recommended not to consume any alcoholic beverages while on treatment with this medicine.
Bacterial infections
COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM contains Colistimethate Sodium. Colistimethate Sodium, also known as polymyxin E, is an antibiotic medication used as a last-resort treatment for multidrug-resistant Gram-negative infections. Colistimethate Sodium essentially solubilizes the bacterial cell membrane, resulting in bacterial cell death. As a result, COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM kills the bacteria and effectively treats the infection. In addition, it can also treat infectious diarrhoea and urinary tract infections.
If you are allergic to COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM, please inform your physician. Inform your doctor about your medical history and other medications you are currently taking to rule out any potential negative effects. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding before receiving COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM. Also, inform your doctor if you have chronic kidney disease, myasthenia gravis (muscle disorder), and porphyria (a blood disorder). Do not abruptly discontinue taking the prescription since this may result in antibiotic resistance, a condition in which bacteria develop resistance to antibiotics.
Drug-Drug Interactions: COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM is known to interact with selective skeletal muscle relaxants (e.g. cyclobenzaprine, metaxalone), antifungals (e.g. amphotericin B) and aminoglycosides (e.g. capreomycin, vancomycin)
Drug-Food Interactions: COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM is known to interact with alcohol and Grapefruit.
Drug-Disease Interactions: COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM is known to interact with disease conditions, including kidney problems, myasthenia gravis (a muscle disorder), and porphyria (a blood disorder).
Limit alcohol consumption while on treatment with this medicine as it may worsen drowsiness, dizziness or sleepiness.
COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM should not be used in pregnancy unless necessary. Hence, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or suspect pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM.
COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM should not be used in nursing mothers unless necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM.
You may have side effects like visual disturbances and dizziness after taking COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM that may make you unfit to drive or operate machinery. Hence, do not drive or operate machinery until you are feeling well.
Inform your doctor before receiving COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM if you have a liver impairment/disorder history. Your doctor may adjust the dose or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
Caution should be exercised while using COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM in patients with severe kidney disease. Inform your doctor before receiving COLISTIMETHATE SODIUM if you have a kidney impairment/disorder history. Your doctor may adjust the dose or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose of this medicine based on the age and condition of your child.
Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria enter the body, multiply, and infect it. It may attack any region of the body and multiply swiftly. Fever, chills, and tiredness are common symptoms. Bacteria come in a variety of shapes, including spherical, rod, and spiral-shaped bacteria. Bacterial infections range in severity from simple ailments such as sore throats and ear infections to serious brain infections such as meningitis and encephalitis. A bacterial infection can infect anyone at any time. People with a weakened immune system or who are on immunosuppressive medications, on the other hand, are more vulnerable to bacterial infection.