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Side effect(s) of Plazomicin


Review the side-effects of Plazomicin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
• Diarrhea
• Decreased kidney function
• Ringing sensation in the ear
• Loss of hearing
• Headache
• Nausea and vomiting
• Dizziness
• Fluctuations in blood pressure
Hematuria
• Breathing difficulty
• Increased alanine aminotransferase enzyme level
• Gastritis

Other Precautions :

• Plazomicin treatment should only be suggested to patients with no alternative therapies or those with limited treatment options.

• Treatment with plazomicin should be discontinued if any allergic reaction occurs and the patient should be treated in a critical care unit to avoid life-threatening complications.

Drug Name : Plazomicin

Plazomicin is an antibacterial drug prescribed as an injection to be administered into the vein for treating adult patients suffering from complicated urinary tract infections (cUTI) including kidney infections such as pyelonephritis.


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