Fotaran 500 MG Injection

A cephalosporin antibiotic, Fotaran 500 MG Injection is used to treat joint infections, meningitis, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, sepsis and malignant otitis externa. It classifies as a semi-synthetic, broad-spectrum antibiotic and acts especially against gram-negative infections. Administration of this medicine into the body is done by injecting it into a vein or a muscle.

Intake of Fotaran 500 MG Injection should be avoided if –

• You have allergy from ceftazidime or other cephalosporin class of antibiotics.
• You are taking chloramphenicol.

Fotaran 500 MG Injection may interact with a few medical conditions so keeping your doctor informed if you have any of these medical conditions is important:

• If you are pregnant or planning to soon be pregnant, or breastfeeding.
• If you are already taking any medication, dietary supplement or herbal preparation.
• If you are taking other medicines especially amnigycosides, diuretics, chloramphenicol, or hormonal birth control pills.
• If you are allergic to food, medicines or other any other substances.
• If you have had a history of stomach or bowel problems, kidney problems or poor nutrition.

Fotaran 500 MG Injection does not have many side effects. However, in rare cases allergic reactions, and gastrointestinal symptoms may occur along with red streaks on the skin and swelling. Your dosage depends on your age, your weight, your medical condition and the type of bacteria causing infection. It also varies for adults and children. It is advised to follow the doctor’s prescription completely to obtain best results.

• Bacterial Meningitis

  Fotaran 500 MG Injection is used for treating meningitis, an inflammation of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord caused from bacteria, Streptococcus pneumoniae and Neisseria meningitidis.

• Bacterial Septicemia

  Fotaran 500 MG Injection is helpful against septicemia, an infection of the blood caused from Staphylococci and Streptococcus pyogenes.

• Intra-Abdominal Infections

  Fotaran 500 MG Injection is used to cure intra-abdominal infections caused from Helicobacter pylori, Staphylococci, and Streptococci.

• Pneumonia

  Fotaran 500 MG Injection is used for curing pneumonia, a lung infection caused from Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae.

• Bone And Joint Infections

  Fotaran 500 MG Injection is used to cure bone and joint infections such as septic arthritis and osteomyelitis caused from Staphylococci and Streptococci species.

• Pyelonephritis

  Fotaran 500 MG Injection is helpful in Pyelonephritis, a kidney infection caused from E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

• Allergy

  Fotaran 500 MG Injection should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other Beta-lactam antibiotics like penicillins and cephalosporins.

• Abdominal Pain

• Bloating

• Diarrhoea

• Fever

• Swelling And Redness At The Injection Site

• White Patches In The Mouth Or On The Tongue

• Dizziness

• Fast Heartbeat

• Headache

• Skin Rash

• Yellow Colored Eyes Or Skin

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of about 3 to 6 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The top effect of this medicine is usually observed within 1 hours of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Fotaran 500 MG Injection should be avoided by pregnant women. Consult your doctor before using it.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported for Fotaran 500 MG Injection.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is known to excrete through breast milk. Doctor consultation is recommended. The undesired effects such as diarrhea and thrush should be monitored in the infant.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Fotaran 500 MG Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Fortum 500 MG Injection

  Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Zidime 500 MG Injection

  Eli Lilly And Company (India) Pvt. Ltd

• Tazid 500 MG Injection

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Tizime 500 MG Injection

  Lupin Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Fotaran 500 MG Injection is an antibiotic that provides protection against the enzymes produced by bacteria. It works by rupturing the bacteria’s cell wall and inhibiting the enzymes that are produced by the bacteria.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Amikacin

  You may experience nausea or vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain, and fluid retention if these medicines are taken together. This interaction is more likely to occur if you have a kidney disease. Regular kidney function tests are to be performed and appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Ethinyl Estradiol

  The desired effect of contraceptive pills will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Cholera Vaccine

  Avoid cholera vaccine if the patient has taken Fotaran 500 MG Injection within 14 days before vaccination. Usage of other antibiotics and vaccines should be reported to the doctor.

  Furosemide

  You may experience nausea or vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain, and fluid retention if these medicines are used together. This interaction is more likely to occur in the elderly population with preexisting kidney disease. Regular kidney function tests are to be performed and appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Cyclosporine

  You may experience vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness and headache if these medicines are used together. Regular kidney function tests are to be performed and appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Patients suffering from gastrointestinal diseases such as Colitis, Impaired kidney function and Seizure disorders should avoid using Fotaran 500 MG Injection as it can put a negative impact on the patient’s condition.