Fitem 250mg Injection iv/im

Fitem 250mg Injection iv/im contains Ceftazidime 250mg, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic given by injection. Made by Searle Company Limited, it is prescribed for hospital-acquired pneumonia, Pseudomonas infections, urinary tract infections, meningitis, blood infections, and infections of the skin, bones and abdomen. Pack size: 1 vial injection iv/im.

Uses of Fitem 250mg Injection iv/im

Fitem 250mg Injection iv/im is used in hospitals for serious infections, especially those caused by Pseudomonas and other hard-to-treat bacteria. These include hospital-acquired pneumonia, chest infections in cystic fibrosis, complicated urinary tract infections, meningitis, septicaemia, and infections of the skin, bones, joints and abdomen.

How Fitem 250mg Injection iv/im works

Ceftazidime blocks the building of the bacterial cell wall, which kills the bacteria. Fitem 250mg Injection iv/im is given as an injection into a vein or muscle by a doctor or nurse, usually in hospital or a clinic.

Possible side effects

Common side effects of Fitem 250mg Injection iv/im include:

• Pain or inflammation at the injection site
• Diarrhoea
• Skin rash
• Changes in liver or blood test results

Stop and get medical help straight away if you notice swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing, a severe skin rash, or severe or bloody diarrhoea.

Precautions and warnings

• Tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any antibiotic, especially penicillins or cephalosporins.
• Finish the full course your doctor prescribes, even if you feel better earlier. Stopping early can let the infection return and makes resistance more likely.
• Let your doctor know if you have kidney or liver disease.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, use Fitem 250mg Injection iv/im only after speaking to your doctor.
• Do not share your antibiotics with others or keep leftover medicine for future use.

Storage

Store as directed on the pack, protected from light. Injections should only be prepared and given by a doctor, nurse or other trained healthcare professional. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Fitem 250mg Injection iv/im online in Pakistan

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Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.