TAZOMED 4.5 g INJECTION

TAZOMED 4.5 g INJECTION	Piperacillin Sodium 4 gm & Tazobactum Sodium 500mg Injections

Composition :	Each vial contains Piperacillin Sodium 4 gm & Tazobactum Sodium 500mg Inj
Indications :	In adults and children over 12 years of age: Bacterial infections of the lungs and airways (chest or lower respiratory tract infections) Bacterial infections within the abdomen Bacterial infections of the urinary tract Bacterial infections of the skin Bacterial infections of the blood (septicaemia or blood poisoning) Bacterial infections in people with low white blood cell counts (neutropenia) and hence decreased ability to fight infection (used in combination with an aminoglycoside antibiotic for this purpose) In children under 12 years of age: Appendicitis complicated by a burst appendix, peritonitis and/or abcess formation in children aged 2 to 12 years. Bacterial infections in children with low white blood cell counts (neutropenia) and hence decreased ability to fight infection (used in combination with an aminoglycoside antibiotic for this purpose)
Contraindications :	It is contraindicated in patients with a history of allergic reactions to any of the penicillins, cephalosporins, or beta-lactamase inhibitors.
Adverse Effects :	Piperacillin and tazobactam may cause side effects such as upset stomach , vomiting, unpleasant or abnormal taste, diarrhea, gas ,headache, constipation, insomnia, rash, itching skin, swelling, shortness of breath, unusual bruising or bleeding.
Dosage :	4.5 g IV q6-8hr; not to exceed 18 g/day

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