C Zid 1gm Ceftazidime Injection Description:
C Zid 1gm Injection is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body.
Uses:
C Zid 1gm Injection is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for short-term treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, ear, bone, blood, abdomen, genital and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery.
Side Effects:
Nausea, Diarrhoea, Allergic reaction.
Dosage:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
FAQs
Is ceftazidime a sulfa
Ceftazidime does not contain sulfa and is not a penicillin drug. It is beta lactam cephalosporin antibiotic
Is C Zid 1gm the same as Rocephin?
No, Rocephin is the brand name for ceftriaxone
Is C Zid 1gm dialyzable?
Yes, C Zid 1gm is a dialyzable drug
Is ceftazidime and ciprofloxacin compatible?
Yes, ceftazidime and ciprofloxacin are compatible when taken together
What organisms does C Zid 1gm cover?
C Zid 1gm is active against pseudomonas, anaerobes, and staphylococcus bacteria. It may not be effective against methicillin- resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
Is C Zid 1gm nephrotoxic?
No, C Zid 1gm is not a nephrotoxic drug when given alone but when given along with aminoglycoside antibiotics (gentamicin, tobramycin) or diuretics such as furosemide, it may increase nephrotoxicity.
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