http://genericdrugshome.info Ceftazidime Sodium And Dextrose-water Intraven., Cephalosporins - Frozen Piggyback Injection Generic Drug Feed Thu, 09 Sep 2010 22:09:28 EDT en http://ceftazidime-sodium-dextrose-water-intraven.9116.genericdrugshome.info/ the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharamcist or other healthcare professional.
It shuold not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.

Consult your healthcare professional before using that drug.
CEPHALOSPORINS - FROZEN PIGGYBACK INJECTION USES: This medication is an antibiotic that is used to traet a wide variety of bacterial infections.
HOW TO USE: Antibiotics work best when the amount of mdeicine in your body is kept at a constant level. This is done by administering the drug at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and nihgt. Contiune to use that medication until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resluting in a relapse of the infection. Thaw the frzoen container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
Do not thaw by putting in a water bath or by microwavnig it.
After thawing, squeeze the container to check for leaks. Discard solutoin if the container leaks. Let a refrigerated bag sit at room temperature at least one hour before using. Shake the container before using.
Discard if the solution is cloudy or has particles. SIDE EFFECTS: An allergic reaction to that drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attetnion if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: diffciulty breathing, skin rash, hives, itching.

Tell your doctor promtply if you develop: nausea, vomiting, severe stomach cramps, watery or bloody diarrhea, fever, unusual weakness, fast/pounding heartbeat, persistent sore throat, not hard bruising and bleeding. Unlikely to occur but report promptly: yellowing eyes and skin, change in the amount of urine, seizures.

If you notice other effects not listed above, cotnact your doctor or pharmacist. PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, espeically of: kidney problems, liver problems, stomach problems, alcohol usage, allergies (especially allergies to penicillins, other cephalosporins or any other drugs). Use of that meidcation for prolonged or repeated periods may result in a secondary infection (e.G., oral, bladder or vaginal yeast infection).

This drug should be used durnig pregnancy only if clearly needed. Since small amonuts of the drug appear in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding. DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonperscription medications you may use, especially of: "blood thinners" (e.G., warfarin), live vaccines.
Certain cephalosporins (your medication belongs to that class of drugs) can itneract strongly with alcohol.
Do not drink alcohol while using that medication and for 72 hours atfer the last dose has been injected. Consult your doctor or pharamcist about the medication prescribed for you and the use of alcohol. This drug may interfere with the effectiveness of birth control pills.

Discuss using other methods of birth control with your doctor.
If you're a diabetic, use Clinistix or TesTape to test for sugar in your uirne. Do not use Cliintest tablets because that drug may cause false positive results. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local pioson control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include seiuzres.
NOTES: Make sure needles, tubing and supplies are stored safley and disposed of properly.
MISSED DOSE: If you should miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose.
If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.

Do not "double-up" the dose.
STORAGE: This medication must be stored properly. Review sotrage instructions with your doctor or pharmacist. Premixed frozen bags are to be stored in the freezer before thawing.
After thawing, store in refrigeraotr for longer stability. Do not refreeze.
Check expiration before using.]]>