Ceftazidime + Avibactam is an antibiotic medication developed by the U.S. Food And Drug Administration and initially approved on 25th February 2015, for treating serious infections such as pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and abdominal infections.

Ceftazidime + Avibactam this combination is effective against a wide range of bacteria and is commonly used to treat serious infections such as pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and abdominal infections.

This injection is available with a dose of 2gm or 2gm/0.5gm. Do not self-administer the Ceftazidime + Avibactam injection. Your doctor will decide the duration and dose of your treatment based on the disease severity and other factors. It will be given as an intravenous infusion, and you will be monitored carefully for unwanted side effects.

The side effects known to occur commonly during the treatment with Ceftazidime + Avibactam are fever, headache, dizziness, itching, redness, or swelling in the injection site, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, change in the number of certain types of blood cells, and fungal infections. Some serious side effects also include severe allergic reactions (swelling of lips, face, or throat, rash, difficulty swallowing or breathing), and severe or bloody diarrhoea.

This drug is contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity or allergy to it or its component. Report your physician if you are allergic to any antibiotic group. You may develop fits-like symptoms if you consume too much Ceftazidime + Avibactam. Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures or epilepsy. Use of this medication can lead to antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, which ranges from mild to severe. If you experience severe diarrhoea during or after treatment, inform your physician.

Ceftazidime + Avibactam should be used cautiously in individuals with impaired kidney function. Your doctor may need to adjust the dosage based on your kidney function and closely monitor your kidney health during treatment. Notify your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is necessary to consult this with your physician for more advice.

Finish the entire prescribed course of Ceftazidime + Avibactam, even if you start feeling better before the completion. Stopping the medication suddenly can lead to incomplete treatment and the risk of recurrent or resistant infections. Notify your doctor if you have allergies to cephalosporin antibiotics, penicillins, or other medications. Also, report any adverse reactions or side effects you experience during treatment.

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The drug information on this page is not a substitute for medical advice; it is meant for educational purposes only. For further details, consult your doctor about your medical condition to know if you are eligible to receive this treatment.