Colistin
Colistin Products are primarily used for
Severe bacterial infections
About Colistin Products
Uses of Colistin Products
Colistimethate Sodium is used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections.
Colistin Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Colistin are Upset stomach, Dizziness, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Vertigo, Rash, Fever.
How Colistin Products work
Colistimethate Sodium is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by destroying the bacterial cell membrane.
Patient Concerns about Colistin Products
Frequently asked questions about Colistin Products
Frequently asked questions about Colistimethate Sodium
Q. What should I tell my doctor before taking Colistin Injection?
Before taking Colistin Injection, you must tell your doctor if you have or ever had any problems related to your kidneys or lungs (such as asthma). Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Q. How is Colistin Injection administered?
Colistin Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Colistin Injection.
Q. Who should not use Colistin Injection?
Use of Colistin Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Colistin Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Colistin Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. Can I take Colistin Injection in pregnancy?
Enough evidence is not available to provide clarity on the use of Colistin Injection in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult your doctor before taking Colistin Injection. You may take it only if prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Is Colistin Injection safe?
Colistin Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before taking Colistin Injection?
Before taking Colistin Injection, you must tell your doctor if you have or ever had any problems related to your kidneys or lungs (such as asthma). Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Q. How is Colistin Injection administered?
Colistin Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Colistin Injection.
Q. Who should not use Colistin Injection?
Use of Colistin Injection should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Colistin Injection or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Colistin Injection for the first time, consult your doctor.
Q. Can I take Colistin Injection in pregnancy?
Enough evidence is not available to provide clarity on the use of Colistin Injection in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult your doctor before taking Colistin Injection. You may take it only if prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Is Colistin Injection safe?
Colistin Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
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