Softazid 1gm Injection
Soft Pharmaceuticals

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In-stock 1 Injection in 1 vial
311.57

USED FOR:
Bacterial infections

COMPOSITION:
Ceftazidime (1gm)

Therapeutic Uses:
anti infectives

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Softazid 1gm Injection is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

SAFE
Lactation
SAFE

Softazid 1gm Injection is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.Avoid prolonged use of Softazid 1gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

Softazid 1gm Injection may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Softazid 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Softazid 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Softazid 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Softazid 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Ceftazidime   1gm

Uses of Softazid Injection
Softazid 1gm Injection is used in the treatment of bacterial infectionsIt 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.

How to use Softazid Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Softazid Injection works
Softazid 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.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Diarrhoea, Allergic reaction.

Expert advice for Softazid Injection
Your doctor has prescribed Softazid to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Discontinue Softazid and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. If you're on blood thinners, Softazid can interact with your medications and increase your bleeding tendencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is ceftazidime a sulfa, penicillin or a beta lactam drug?
Ceftazidime does not contain sulfa and is not a penicillin drug. It is beta lactam cephalosporin antibiotic

Q. Is Softazid the same as Rocephin?
No, Rocephin is the brand name for ceftriaxone

Q. Is Softazid dialyzable?
Yes, Softazid is a dialyzable drug

Q. Is ceftazidime and ciprofloxacin compatible?
Yes, ceftazidime and ciprofloxacin are compatible when taken together

Q. What organisms does Softazid cover?
Softazid is active against pseudomonas, anaerobes, and staphylococcus bacteria. It may not be effective against methicillin- resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).

Q. Is Softazid nephrotoxic?
No, Softazid 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.