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Fortum 1gm Injection

Manufactured By Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition Ceftazidime (1gm)

Rs 191.43

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( 17 ml in 1 vial )

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Information about Fortum 1gm Injection

Description:

Uses / Indications:

Fortum 1gm Injection is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for short-term treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, ear, bone, blood, abdomen, genital and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery.

Interactions / Warnings:

Pregnancy interaction:

Fortum 1gm Injection is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Expert advice:

Your doctor has prescribed Fortum to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Discontinue Fortum and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. If you're on blood thinners, Fortum can interact with your medications and increase your bleeding tendencies.

Side Effects:

Nausea, Diarrhoea, Allergic reaction.

How to use:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How it works:

Fortum 1gm Injection is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body.

Faq for medicine:

Is ceftazidime a sulfa : Ceftazidime does not contain sulfa and is not a penicillin drug. It is beta lactam cephalosporin antibiotic|Is Fortum the same as Rocephin? : No, Rocephin is the brand name for ceftriaxone|Is Fortum dialyzable? : Yes, Fortum is a dialyzable drug|Is ceftazidime and ciprofloxacin compatible? : Yes, ceftazidime and ciprofloxacin are compatible when taken together|What organisms does Fortum cover? : Fortum is active against pseudomonas, anaerobes, and staphylococcus bacteria. It may not be effective against methicillin- resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).|Is Fortum nephrotoxic? : No, Fortum is not a nephrotoxic drug when given alone but when given along with aminoglycoside antibiotics (gentamicin, tobramycin) or diuretics such as furosemide, it may increase nephrotoxicity.