Name: 3A-Taz® [Vial]
Creator: Anushta Chandrapalan

3A-Taz® [Vial] is a cephalosporin antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.

3A-Taz® [Vial] Injection 3a Pharma Generic : Ceftazidime	₹ 280.00 1000mg 1vial

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Drug information on 3A-Taz® [Vial] (Ceftazidime) from 3a Pharma

Drug Name : Ceftazidime

Ceftazidime(Ceptaz) generic 3A-Taz® [Vial] is a cephalosporin antibiotic, prescribed for certain types of bacterial infections. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.
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Written & Compiled by Anushta Chandrapalan, M.Sc | Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Apr 20, 2018

Medical condition(s) for which 3A-Taz® [Vial] may be prescribed

Cellulitis

Cystic Fibrosis

Cystitis

Infective Endocarditis

Melioidosis

Septicemia

Urinary Tract Infection

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

Adult:IV/IM- The recommended dose is 1 to 6 gm in 3 divided doses. Child- 30mg/kg/day.

Side effects of 3A-Taz® [Vial]

Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal pain or cramps, flatulence, colitis, including colon infection.

Genitourinary: Pus in urine, kidney dysfunction, absence of urine, reversible interstitial inflammation of kidney, blood in urine, toxic kidney disease.

Blood: Increase in white blood cell, eosinophils and lymphocytes, decrease in nuetrophils, decreased platelet function, decreases red blood cells, insufficiency of new blood cells, bleeding.

Liver: Liver function impairment, jaundice, abnormal liver function test results.

Miscellaneous: Hypersensitivity, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome, erythema multiforme, toxic detachment of skin layers, overgrowth, serum sickness–like reactions (eg, skin rashes, joint pain, fever), inflammation of veins, and pain at injection site.

How to use 3A-Taz® [Vial]?

It comes as a solution for injection, administered by a health care provider, into the vein or muscle.

When Should 3A-Taz® [Vial] not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins (beta lactam antibiotics).

Warnings and Precautions for 3A-Taz® [Vial]

Caution needed for patients with history of penicillin allergy; severe kidney problem; pregnancy, lactation.

Long-term or repeated use of this medication may cause a secondary infection.

It only works against bacteria; it does not treat viral infections (eg, the common cold).

Do not treat diarrhea without first checking with your doctor.

Hormonal birth control (eg, birth control pills) may not work as well while you are using this medication.

Other Precautions for 3A-Taz® [Vial]

It may reduce the ability of your blood to clot. Avoid activities that may cause bruising or injury.

Storage Conditions for 3A-Taz® [Vial]

Injection: Store at 15-30°C. Usually handled and stored by a health care provider.

Schedule : H Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.

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