Piperacillin/Tazobactam Qilu
This medicine is an antibiotic that helps to kill many types of bacteria that cause infections in different parts of your body.
Form
infuusiokuiva-aine, liuosta varten
Strength
4 g / 0.5 g
Active Ingredient
Piperacillin sodium
Manufacturer
Qilu Pharma Spain S.L.
How to Use
Dosage
Adults and adolescents over 12 years: 4 g / 0.5 g of piperacillin/tazobactam every 6-8 hours. For children aged 2-12 years, the dose is based on body weight and decided by your doctor, usually every 6-8 hours.
Method
This medicine is given as a 30-minute drip (infusion) into a vein by a doctor or nurse.
Important
The maximum single dose for adults and children is 4 g / 0.5 g of piperacillin/tazobactam. The maximum daily dose for adults is typically 16 g / 2 g, given in divided doses.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Diarrhea
- •Yeast infection
- •Changes in blood tests (e.g., fewer platelets or red blood cells, longer clotting time)
- •Headache, trouble sleeping
- •Stomach pain, vomiting, nausea, constipation, indigestion
- •Increased liver enzymes in blood tests
- •Rash, itching
- •Abnormal kidney test results
- •Fever, reaction at the injection site
RARE
- •Reduced white blood cells
- •Low blood potassium or sugar
- •Seizures
- •Low blood pressure
- •Vein inflammation (redness or tenderness), skin redness
- •Increased bilirubin (a substance from red blood cells)
- •Hives, joint and muscle pain, chills
- •Nosebleeds
- •Severe inflammation of the colon or mouth lining
- •Severe skin reactions, including widespread blistering, peeling skin, or a rash with fever, swollen glands, and organ issues (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, DRESS, AGEP)
- •Liver inflammation, yellowing of the skin or eyes
- •Kidney problems or kidney failure
- •Lung disease with an increase in certain white blood cells (eosinophils)
- •Acute confusion or delirium
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to piperacillin, tazobactam, or other penicillin-type antibiotics.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you have severe diarrhea during or after treatment, and do not take anti-diarrhea medicine without asking.
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems, or if your blood potassium is low.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking blood thinners or experience any unexpected bleeding.
- Contact your doctor if you experience seizures during treatment.
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- Tell your doctor if you suspect a new infection or if your current infection gets worse.
- Seek immediate medical help if you develop symptoms like fever, swollen lymph nodes, weakness, dizziness, shortness of breath, bruising, or rash, as these could be signs of a serious immune condition (Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis).
- This medicine is not recommended for children under 2 years of age.