COLISTIMETHATE

Overview

COLISTIMETHATE is a Schedule H drug.
Colistimethate is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.Colistimethate is used to treat infections caused by It kills bacteria by destroying the bacterial cell membrane.this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Usage

COLISTIMETHATE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

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

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

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 9yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Generally considered as Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IM (Intra-Mascular),

Precautions

• You should not use colistimethate if you are allergic to it.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label.
• Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Do not give yourself this medicine if you do not understand how to use the injection and properly dispose of needles, IV tubing, and other items used.After mixing colistimethate for injection into a vein (IV infusion), you must use the medicine right away. Do not store for later use.
• After mixing colistimethate for injection into a muscle, you may store the mixture in a refrigerator or at cool room temperature. Do not freeze. Use within 7 days.
• Colistimethate must be given slowly. Your IV infusion may take 3 to 5 minutes to complete.
• Consult your doctor if you have any of the following medical conditions: kidney disease, myasthenia gravis (neuromuscular disease characterized by very weak muscles and unusual tiredness), porphyria (a rare blood pigment disorder that affects skin and other organs) or asthma (difficulty in breathing).
• Caution should be taken in premature and new-born babies as the kidneys are not fully developed or in children younger than 10 years of age who have diarrhea or an infection of the stomach or bowel.
• Do not drive or operate heavy machinery because you may feel sleepy or dizzy while being treated with colistimethate.
• Do not consume alcohol while taking colistimethate as it may worsen the side effects.
• Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

COLISTIMETHATE over-dosage can result in: Confusion, Dizziness, Loss Of Coordination, Eyes Jerking Eye Movements, Slurred Speech, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Mood Swings, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Body Difficulty Walking

Common Side-Effects

COLISTIMETHATE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Hands Tingling, Feet Tingling, Mouth Tingling, Slurred Speech, Dizziness, Spinning Sensation, Abdomen Upset Stomach

Serious Side-Effects

COLISTIMETHATE : Psychosis, Seizure, Arms Tingling, Legs Tingling, Body Difficulty Walking, Difficulty Breathing, Fever, Blood Or Red Colored Urine

Rare Side-Effects

COLISTIMETHATE : Clostridium Difficile Infection, Diarrhoea, Abdomen Pain, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Abdomen Stomach Cramps

Disease Interactions

COLISTIMETHATE can interfere with: Botulism, Acute Renal Failure, Colitis

Technical Classification

COLISTIMETHATE is categorized as:

• INHALED ANTI-INFECTIVES / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
• MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with COLISTIMETHATE as Ingredient

COLICRAFT 1MIU INJ	COLISTIMETHATE 1.0 MIU
COLINEM 1MIU INJ	COLISTIMETHATE 1.0 MIU
COLISTIN 1 MIU INJ	COLISTIMETHATE 1000000 IU
COLY MONAS 1MIU INJ	COLISTIMETHATE 1.0 MIU
COLY MONAS 4.5MILLIONIU INJ	COLISTIMETHATE 4.5 MILLIONIU
HARMLESS 125MG SYP	COLISTIMETHATE 125.0 MG
REMERGIN 1ML INJ	COLISTIMETHATE 10.0 MIU
UNILISTIN FORTE INJ	COLISTIMETHATE 2.0 MILLIONIU
XYLISTIN 1 MIU INJ	COLISTIMETHATE 1.0 MIU
XYLISTIN 1MIU INJ	COLISTIMETHATE 1 MIU
XYLISTIN 4.5MIU INJ	COLISTIMETHATE 4.5 MILLIONIU
ZOLINEG 10 MIU INJ	COLISTIMETHATE 10.0 MIU
ZOMBISTIN FORTE 2MIU INJ	COLISTIMETHATE 2.0 MILLIONIU