Forzid Injection 1 gm
About Forzid Injection 1 gm
Forzid Injection 1 gm belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, brain, bones and joints, ears, throat, skin, and soft tissue. 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. Forzid Injection 1 gm does not work against infections caused by the virus.
Forzid Injection 1 gm contains Ceftazidime, an antibiotic that works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damaging the bacterial cell wall and killing bacteria.
Forzid Injection 1 gm will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience redness and swelling along with a vein, red raised skin rash, which may be itchy, burning, painful, inflammation, or swelling at the site of injection or diarrhea. Most of these side effects of Forzid Injection 1 gm 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 Forzid Injection 1 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Forzid Injection 1 gm. Drive only if you are alert as Forzid Injection 1 gm may cause dizziness. If you are on a controlled sodium diet, inform your doctor before taking Forzid Injection 1 gm. If you have a widespread rash with peeling skin and blisters, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of Stevens-Johnson syndrome.
Uses of Forzid Injection 1 gm
Medicinal Benefits
Forzid Injection 1 gm contains Ceftazidime, a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, brain, bones and joints, ears, throat, skin and soft tissue. Forzid Injection 1 gm interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria. Additionally, Forzid Injection 1 gm may be used to treat fever due to bacterial infections in patients with low white blood cells count and also to prevent bacterial infections in men during prostate surgery.
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Side Effects of Forzid Injection 1 gm
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Forzid Injection 1 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney problems or diabetes, inform your doctor before taking Forzid Injection 1 gm. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Forzid Injection 1 gm. Forzid Injection 1 gm may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and coomb’s test (blood test), resulting in unusual results. Therefore, inform the lab technician that you are taking Forzid Injection 1 gm before undergoing any tests. If you are on a controlled sodium diet, inform your doctor before taking Forzid Injection 1 gm. If you have a widespread rash with peeling skin and blisters, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Drive only if you are alert as Forzid Injection 1 gm may cause dizziness. You are recommended to complete the full course of Forzid Injection 1 gm as prescribed by your doctor for effective results.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Forzid Injection 1 gm may interact with antibiotics (chloramphenicol, tobramycin, gentamicin) and water tablets (furosemide).
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have kidney problems or diabetes, inform your doctor before taking Forzid Injection 1 gm.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes, namely spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, and tiredness.