Zavicefta Injection
Zavicefta Injection is a combination antibiotic containing Ceftazidime and Avibactam. It is used to treat certain serious bacterial infections caused by susceptible Gram-negative bacteria, including complicated urinary tract infections (cUTIs), complicated intra-abdominal infections (cIAIs), and hospital-acquired or ventilator-associated bacterial pneumonia. It is administered intravenously under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
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Product Information
How It Works
Zavicefta may be used for serious infections when other antibiotic options may not be suitable, particularly infections caused by certain resistant Gram-negative organisms. The choice of treatment depends on the identified or suspected bacteria, infection site, severity, and antimicrobial susceptibility.
Dosage & How to Use
- ✦ Zavicefta is administered intravenously by a qualified healthcare professional.
- ✦ The dose depends on infection type and kidney function.
- ✦ Treatment duration varies according to the underlying bacterial infection.
- ✦ Kidney function should be assessed when determining the appropriate dose.
- ✦ Antibiotic susceptibility results may guide treatment decisions.
- ✦ Do not selfadminister or alter treatment without medical advice.
Side Effects
- ✦ Nausea, diarrhea, or vomiting may occur during treatment.
- ✦ Headache or dizziness can sometimes develop.
- ✦ Injectionsite reactions may include pain or irritation.
- ✦ Changes in liver function tests may occur in some patients.
- ✦ Allergic reactions can occur, particularly with betalactam antibiotics.
- ✦ Severe or persistent diarrhea requires prompt medical evaluation.
Storage
- ✦ Store Zavicefta according to the manufacturer's recommended conditions.
- ✦ Protect the medicine from excessive heat and direct light.
- ✦ Reconstituted and diluted solutions require appropriate handling before administration.
- ✦ Do not use the medicine beyond its specified storage period.
- ✦ Keep the medicine safely away from children and unauthorized users.
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