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MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION contains Ceftazidime which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used to manage urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, skin soft tissue infections, gastrointestinal tract infections and meningitis. It may also be used concomitantly with other antibiotics, such as aminoglycosides, vancomycin, and clindamycin in severe and life-threatening infections and in the immunocompromised patients.
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION do not require dose adjustment in mild to moderate liver disease and safety and efficacy is not established in patients with severe liver disease. Contact your doctor before receiving this medicine.
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease and history of gastrointestinal disease, such as colitis. Contact your doctor before receiving.
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION should be used in pregnancy only if clearly needed as safety of MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION in pregnancy is not established. Contact your doctor before receiving.
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as low concentrations may pass through the breast milk do not receive unless considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before receiving it.
The safety and efficacy of MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION is not established in neonates and infants less than 2 months is not established. Contact your doctor before receiving.
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients especially aged above 80 years of age. Contact your doctor before receiving.
The common side effects are receiving MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION are diarrhoea, swelling and redness along a vein, redness, pain, burning, swelling or inflammation at the injection site. Consult your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen.
Uses Of MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION
Used to manage:
- urinary tract infections
- respiratory infections
- skin soft tissue infections
- gastrointestinal infections
- meningitis
How MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION Works
Ceftazidime is a bactericidal (works against bacteria) in nature and acts by inhibiting the enzymes which are responsible for formation of cell wall in bacteria.
How to use MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION will be given to you as intravenously or intramuscularly only by a doctor or a nurse. Your doctor will administer the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight, severity and type of bacterial infection.
Side Effects Of MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION
Common
- swelling and redness (along a vein)
- diarrhoea
- eosinophilia (increase in number of eosinophils of white blood cells)
- thrombocytosis (increase in number of platelets)
- blood investigation (increase in levels of certain liver enzymes)
- pain, burning sensation, swelling or inflammation (at site of injection)
- red raised skin rashes, itching
Uncommon
- headache
- inflammation of the stomach causing pain or blood in stools
- dizziness
- fungal infections in the mouth, vagina
- increase in the level of urea, urea nitrogen or serum creatinine levels in the blood
- nausea
- vomiting
- fever and chills
Rare
- severe allergic reactions such as severe rash, with fever, fatigue, swelling of the face or lymph glands, increase of eosinophils (type of white blood cells), effects on liver, kidney or lung (a reaction called DRESS)
Stop receiving MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION and contact your physician immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- severe allergic reaction such as raised and itchy rash, swelling, of the face, mouth causing difficulty in breathing
- skin rash, blisters, with central dark spot surrounded by a paler area, with a dark ring around the edge
- signs of Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis such as a widespread rash with blisters and peeling skin
- nervous system disorders such as tremors, fits
- symptoms of pseudomembranous colitis such as prolonged or significant diarrhoea, abdominal pain
How To Manage Side Effects
Diarrhoea:
Drink plenty of water or fruit juices to keep you hydrated. Don’t take any medicine on your own for managing diarrhoea. Contact your doctor if diarrhoea worsen.
Headache:
Rest and relax. Drink plenty of water and electrolytes. Apply a pain-relieving balm on the head if needed. Do not consume alcohol. Contact your doctor if your headache did not improve.
Dizziness:
Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operate machinery if you feel dizziness. Avoid alcohol consumption as it aggravates dizziness. Contact your doctor if dizziness worsens.
Itchy skin:
Avoid hot showers because hot water can irritate the skin. Do not scratch the affected area. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. Use moisturizers to soothe and hydrate the affected skin area. Contact your doctor if itching worsens.
Nausea or Vomiting:
Take the medicine, with or just after a meal. Stick to simple meals. Avoid eating oily or spicy food. Contact your doctor if nausea and vomiting worsen.
Stomach pain:
Try to rest and relax. Eat small meals but take frequently. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. Contact your doctor if the stomach pain did not improve.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION should be used in pregnant women only if clearly necessary as safety of MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION in pregnancy is not established. Contact your doctor before receiving.
Breastfeeding
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless considered clearly necessary as it may pass through the breast milk. Consult your doctor before receiving MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION.
Driving and Using Machines
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION may cause dizziness which can affect your ability to drive and operate machines. Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy after receiving MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION.
Kidney
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before receiving MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION.
Liver
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION should be used with caution hence safety and efficacy is not established in patients with severe liver disease. Contact your doctor before receiving MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION.
Allergy
Do not receive MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION if you are allergic to Ceftazidime or other antibiotics such as penicillin, cephalosporin’s, monobactams & carbapenems, or to lignocaine, or to ingredients of the medicine.
Others
Before receiving MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you:
- have to take blood test (coomb’s test)
- have poor nutritional status
- have a history of gastrointestinal disease, such as colitis
- have severe allergic reactions
Use in pediatrics:
The safety and efficacy of MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION has not been established for neonates and infants less than 2 years of age. Your doctor will administer the right dose depends on the child’s age, body weight and severity of the infection.
Use in geriatrics:
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients (especially aged above 80 years of age). Consult your doctor before receiving MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION.
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before receiving MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:
- chloramphenicol, gentamycin, neomycin, tobramycin, streptomycin (medicines used for management of bacterial infections)
- furosemide (medicine used for management of kidney disorders)
- combined oral oestrogen/progesterone contraceptives (medicines used to manage pregnancy)
- hydromorphone (medicine used for severe pain)
- diphenoxylate (medicine used for diarrhoea)
- atropine (medicine used to manage low heart rate)
Overdosage:
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital, and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor or nurse if you experience any unusual symptoms. Excessive dose of MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION in patients suffering from kidney disease may lead to fits, encephalopathy (brain disorder that alters brain functions), asterixis (involuntary movements), neuromuscular excitability, and myoclonia (muscle jerks).
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Ceftazidime |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Cephalosporin Antibiotics |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Bacterial infections |
| Dosage Forms | : | Injection |
More Information
- Keep MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION out of reach of children
- Store at room temperature
FAQs About MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION
What is MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION used for?
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION is used to manage urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, skin soft tissue infections, gastrointestinal tract infections and meningitis. It may also be used concomitantly with other antibiotics, such as aminoglycosides, vancomycin, and clindamycin in severe and life-threatening infections and in the immunocompromised patients.
Is MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION effective?
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop receiving it even if you see improvement in your condition.
How do you give MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION?
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION will be given to you as intravenously or intramuscularly only by a doctor or a nurse Your doctor will administer the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight, severity and type of bacterial infection.
Is MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION safe for use in patients with liver disorder?
MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION should be used with caution hence safety and efficacy is not established in patients with severe liver disease. Contact your doctor before receiving MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION.
What are side effects of MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION?
The most common side effects of receiving MAGNAZIDE 1000MG INJECTION are swelling and redness along a vein, pain, burning, swelling or inflammation at the injection site, red raised skin rash, itching, diarrhoea.
References
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Useful Diagnostic Tests
- Kidney function test
- Liver function test
- Prothrombin time
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