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CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy

Reviewed By Sureshvarma D , MPharma

Composition :

COLISTIMETHATE-3M.I.U

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Unichem Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBIOTICS]

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Unichem Laboratories Ltd., Unichem Bhavan, Prabhat Estate, Off S.V.Road, Jogeshwari (West), Mumbai – 400 102

Other Info - CRI0090

Author Details

Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Reviewed By

Sureshvarma D

MPharma

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:35 AM IST

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

Interaction of CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION.

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION is a category C pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if it is essential. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION may be excreted in human milk in small amounts. Therefore, it is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Driving

Safe if prescribed

CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION may cause confusion, vision problems or dizziness. Therefore, avoid driving if you experience any of these symptoms after taking CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION.

Liver

Consult your doctor

Take CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

Kidney

Consult your doctor

Take CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions as CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION may affect kidney function. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

Children

Safe if prescribed

CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION should be used with caution in children and in doses as prescribed by a doctor. Special care should be taken in new-born and premature babies as kidneys are not developed fully.

Product Substitutes

Xylistin Forte Plus Injection 10 ml

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About CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION

CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION does not work against infections caused by a virus.

CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION contains Colistimethate, an antibiotic that works by binding to bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thereby, damaging bacterial cell membranes and kills bacteria.

Take CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, stomach upset, tingling, or difficulty in breathing. Most of these side effects of CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), kidney problems, or porphyria (a disorder in the formation of red blood pigment), inform your doctor before taking CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION. Special care should be taken in new-born and premature babies as kidneys are not developed fully. Drive only if you are alert as CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION may cause confusion, vision problems, or dizziness. If you are on dialysis, inform your doctor before taking CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION so that the dose may be reduced accordingly.

Uses of CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION

Several bacterial infections

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Key Benefits

CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION contains Colistimethate, a narrow-spectrum antibiotic that is active against gram-negative bacteria. CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION binds to bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thereby, damages bacterial cell membranes and kills bacteria. CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION is used when other antibiotics are not suitable.

Directions for Use

CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION

Dizziness
Stomach upset
Tingling
Difficulty in breathing

Drug Warnings

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

AMIKACIN
NETILIMICIN
TOBRAMYCIN
GENTAMICIN
ERYTHROMYCIN
CLARITHROMYCIN
AZITHROMYCIN
CIPROFLOXACIN
NORFLOXACIN
OFLOXACIN

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Special Advise

Regular blood tests are recommended to monitor the levels of CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION in blood and kidney functioning.
Inform your anaesthetist that you are taking CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION as it may increase the effects of muscle relaxants used in general anaesthesia.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Take probiotics after completing the full course of CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yogurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
Include fiber-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking CRITIMYCIN 3MIU INJECTION.
Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase adverse effects.

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Xylistin Forte Plus Injection 10 ml
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