CEFTOLOZANE

Overview

CEFTOLOZANE is a Schedule H1 drug.
Ceftolozane is a cephalosporin antibiotic.  fight against bacteria in the body. Ceftolozane and tazobactam is a combination medicine used to treat certain bacterial infections of the stomach or urinary tract. Ceftolozane and tazobactam may also be used.Ceftolozane/tazobactam is a prescription medication used to treat complicated infections of the stomach and urinary tract, including kidney infection.Ceftolozane belongs to a group of drugs called cephalosporin.Ceftolozane/tazobactam is a prescription medication used to treat certain types of complicated infections:complicated intra-abdominal infectionscomplicated urinary tract infections including kidney infection

Usage

CEFTOLOZANE is generally used to treat: Urinary Tract Infection, Kidney Infection, Pneumonia
CEFTOLOZANE can address symptoms like: Decreased Urination

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Generally considered as Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

CEFTOLOZANE is generally taken After Food.
Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

    serious allergic reactions. Contact your doctor or get medical help if you experience a rash, itching, hives, or difficulty breathing or swallowing.
    severe diarrhea. Contact your doctor if you experience frequent watery or bloody diarrhea. Severe diarrhea may occur more than 2 months after starting treatment with ceftolozane/tazobactam. This may be a sign of a more severe stomach problem.
This medication contains sodium. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are on a salt-restricted diet or if you have a condition that could be worsened by an increase in salt intake (such as congestive heart failure, high blood pressure).
Before using ceftolozane/tazobactam, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to cephalosporins, penicillins, or other antibiotics; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CEFTOLOZANE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Head Headache, Fever

Common Side-Effects

CEFTOLOZANE : Dizziness, Irregular Heartbeat, Muscle Cramp, Febrile Convulsions, Vomiting, Fainting, Confusion, Dry Mouth, Pale Skin, Decreased Urination, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing, Eyes Blurred Vision

Serious Side-Effects

CEFTOLOZANE : Fever, Fever

Rare Side-Effects

CEFTOLOZANE : Constipation, Diarrhoea, Itchy Skin, Stomach Pain, Chest Pain, Hives, Abdomen Pain, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Arms Pain, Jaws Pain, Back Pain, Increased Thirst, Irregular Heartbeat, Skin Irritation, Pain When Swallowing, Face Swelling, Weight Gain, Decreased Urination

Food Interactions

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Disease Interactions

CEFTOLOZANE can interfere with: Hepatitis

Technical Classification

CEFTOLOZANE is categorized as: CEPHALOSPORINS/BETA-LACTAMASE INHIBITORS / CEPHALOSPORINS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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