Ceftazidime
सेफ्टाज़िडाइम
What it is
Ceftazidime is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It requires a prescription in India.
What it is used for
Ceftazidime is used to treat a range of serious bacterial infections, including those affecting the lower respiratory tract, skin, urinary tract, blood, bones, joints, and the central nervous system. It is also effective against gynecologic infections and infections within the abdomen.
- Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
- Skin and Skin-Structure Infections
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Bacterial Septicemia
- Bone and Joint Infections
- Gynecologic Infections
- Intra-abdominal Infections
- Central Nervous System Infections
How it works
Ceftazidime works by targeting and killing bacteria. It does this by interfering with the bacteria's ability to build their cell walls, which is essential for their survival and reproduction. This action effectively stops the bacteria from multiplying and spreading, allowing the body's immune system to clear the infection.
How it is sold in India
In India Ceftazidime comes as injection.
Common side effects
Most people taking ceftazidime do not experience side effects. However, some may notice pain, redness, swelling, or bleeding at the injection site. Diarrhea is also a common side effect. If these side effects persist or worsen, it is important to consult a healthcare provider.
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Who should not take it
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Brand names
685 medicines sold in India contain Ceftazidime.
Brands sold in India include Ceflor, Ceftaz, Tazitum, Tazid, Tizime, Ceftozid, C Zid, Bectozid. Whichever name is on the strip, the medicine inside is the one described on this page.
Where this comes from
- MedlinePlus (NIH/NLM): Ceftazidime Injection
- FDA drug label (US National Library of Medicine, DailyMed)
We do not publish doses. How much to take depends on your age, weight and other conditions — ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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