Zidceft Injection
Zydus Cadila

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In-stock 1 Injection in 1 vial
212.65

USED FOR:
Bacterial infections

COMPOSITION:
Ceftazidime (1000mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
anti infectives

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Zidceft 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

Zidceft 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 Zidceft Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

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

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

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

Liver

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

Ceftazidime   1000mg

Uses of Zidceft Injection
Zidceft 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 Zidceft Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Zidceft Injection works
Zidceft 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 Zidceft Injection
Your doctor has prescribed Zidceft 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 Zidceft 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, Zidceft 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 Zidceft the same as Rocephin?
No, Rocephin is the brand name for ceftriaxone

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

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

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

Q. Is Zidceft nephrotoxic?
No, Zidceft 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.