Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection
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Product introduction
Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection is a combination medicine. It is prescribed to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth and further spread of the infection.
Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not miss any scheduled appointments for taking this medicine. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.
Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not miss any scheduled appointments for taking this medicine. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, etc. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet and drink plenty of water. Your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.
Uses of Avuzid SB Injection
Benefits of Avuzid SB Injection
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection is used to treat infections caused by bacteria such as meningitis (infection of the brain), pneumonia, and infections of bones, joints, urinary tract, skin, and stomach. It works by killing the bacteria causing infections in the body. Make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Avuzid SB Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Avuzid SB
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Increased liver enzymes
- Allergic reaction
How to use Avuzid SB Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Avuzid SB Injection works
Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Ceftazidime and Sulbactam. Ceftazidime is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Ceftazidime against bacteria.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Avuzid SB Injection?
If you miss a dose of Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance.
- Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Stop taking Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Patient concerns
FAQs
How long does Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection takes to work?
Usually, Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
What if I don't get better after using Avuzid SB 1000mg/125mg Injection?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
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- Venus Remedies Limited. Ceftazidime + Sulbactam. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Medscape. Ceftazidime + Sulbactam. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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