Zidimax IV/IM250mg/vial
Rx- Generic:
- Ceftazidime
- Company:
- Biopharma Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Injection
- Pack size:
- 250mg vial
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At a glance
Ceftazidime is a third generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the brain, lungs, ear, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, joints, blood, and heart.
Indications
- Lower Respiratory Tract Infections (including pneumonia)
- Skin and Skin Structure Infections
- Urinary Tract Infections (complicated and uncomplicated)
- Bacterial Septicemia
- Bone and Joint Infections
- Gynecologic Infections (endometritis)
- Intraabdominal Infections (peritonitis)
- Central Nervous System Infections (meningitis)
Dosage
Adult Dose:
| Infection Type | Dose | Schedule |
|---|---|---|
| Bone & Joint Infections | 2 g | 12 hourly |
| Gynecologic & Intra-abdominal Infections, Meningitis, Complicated Pneumonia, Life-Threatening | 2 g | 8 hourly |
| Pseudomonas in Cystic Fibrosis | 30-50 mg/kg | 8 hourly (max 6 g/day) |
| Uncomplicated Pneumonia | 0.5-1 g | 8 hourly |
| Mild Skin Infections | 0.5-1 g | 8 hourly (IV/IM) |
| Complicated UTI | 500 mg | 8-12 hourly |
| Uncomplicated UTI | 250 mg | 12 hourly |
Pediatric Dose (>2 months): 30-100 mg/kg/day (2-3 divided doses); severe infections up to 150 mg/kg/day (max 6 g/day) in 3 divided doses.
Neonates & up to 2 months: 25-60 mg/kg/day (2 divided doses).
Elderly (>80 years): Max 3 g/day.
Renal Dose:
| Creatinine Clearance (ml/min) | Maintenance Dose |
|---|---|
| 31-50 | 1 g every 12 hours |
| 16-30 | 1 g every 24 hours |
| 6-15 | 500 mg every 24 hours |
| <5 | 500 mg every 48 hours |
Loading dose: 1 g; Peritoneal dialysis: 500 mg every 24 hours after loading dose; Hemodialysis: 0.5-1 g after each dialysis.
Hepatic impairment: No dose adjustment required.
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Rash
- Allergic reaction
- Injection site reaction
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
Precautions & warnings
- [UNSAFE] Ceftazidime may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
- Your doctor has prescribed Ceftazidime to cure your infection and improve your symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
- Discontinue Ceftazidime and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Ceftazidime as it may cause increased side effects.
- Ceftazidime should be prescribed with caution in individuals with a history of gastrointestinal disease, particularly colitis.
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.