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Description
Fortum Injection 1000mg contains ceftazidime as the active ingredient, which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic.
Primary Uses:
– Treatment of serious bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, bone and joint infections, intra-abdominal infections, septicemia, meningitis, and infections caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
– Used in hospital settings for moderate to severe infections caused by susceptible bacteria.
Drug Class or Type:
– Third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic.
General Mechanism of Action:
– Ceftazidime works by interfering with the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall, leading to cell death of susceptible bacteria.
Common Forms:
– Injectable solution for intravenous or intramuscular administration, typically in vials containing 1,000 mg of ceftazidime.
Dosage Instructions:
– Dosage varies based on the severity and type of infection, typically administered intravenously or intramuscularly every 8 to 12 hours.
– Dose adjustments may be required in patients with impaired kidney function.
– Treatment duration depends on the infection being treated and patient response.
Side Effects, Contraindications, or Interactions:
– Common side effects include injection site reactions, rash, diarrhea, nausea, and allergic reactions.
– Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to ceftazidime, cephalosporins, or penicillins.
– Use with caution in patients with a history of gastrointestinal disease, especially colitis.
– Potential interactions with other nephrotoxic drugs and some anticoagulants.
Fortum Injection 1000mg (Ceftazidime) is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections by disrupting bacterial cell wall synthesis.
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