Fazim injection 500mg

About Fazim injection 500mg

Fazim injection 500mg Uses

• Severe pneumonia and hospital acquired lung infections
• Complicated urinary tract infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Bloodstream infections (septicemia)

Fazim injection 500mg Benefits

• Broad spectrum action against many resistant bacteria, including Pseudomonas
• Effective for severe infections needing hospital level care
• Fast acting when given directly into the vein or muscle
• Well established safety profile in adults and children

What Experts Say

Ceftazidime, the antibiotic in Fazim injection, is a third generation cephalosporin used mainly in hospital settings for infections that have not responded to milder antibiotics. It is particularly valued for its activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa, a bacterium that causes difficult to treat infections.

Doctors in Pakistan reserve this injection for moderate to severe infections, including hospital acquired pneumonia and complicated urinary tract infections, where a strong and reliable antibiotic is needed quickly. It is usually administered by a trained healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic setting.

Experts emphasize completing the full prescribed course even after symptoms improve, since stopping early can allow bacteria to survive and develop resistance. Patients are also monitored for allergic reactions, especially those with a history of penicillin allergy.

Drug Class

• Third generation cephalosporin
• Broad spectrum antibiotic
• Injectable antibacterial agent

Fazim injection 500mg formula

• Ceftazidime 500mg

Available forms

• Injection

How to use Fazim injection 500mg?

• Fazim injection is given by a doctor or trained healthcare professional only.
• It is administered by intramuscular or intravenous injection as directed.
• The dose and frequency depend on the severity of infection and are decided by your doctor.
• Complete the full course of injections even if symptoms improve early.
• Inform your doctor of any known antibiotic allergies before starting treatment.

Drug Interactions

• Aminoglycoside Antibiotics: Combining with drugs like gentamicin can increase the risk of kidney toxicity.
• Diuretics: Strong water pills like furosemide may increase kidney related side effects when combined.
• Blood Thinners: Ceftazidime can enhance the effect of warfarin, raising bleeding risk.
• Probenecid: This medicine can raise Ceftazidime levels in the blood.

Risks and warnings

• Allergic Reaction: People allergic to penicillin or cephalosporins may have a cross reaction to this medicine.
• Kidney Function: Dose adjustment is needed in patients with kidney disease.
• Seizures: High doses, especially in kidney impairment, can rarely trigger seizures.
• Superinfection: Prolonged use may lead to overgrowth of resistant bacteria or fungal infections.
• Diarrhea: This antibiotic can cause severe diarrhea due to Clostridioides difficile infection.

Fazim injection 500mg Side Effects

• Pain or swelling at the injection site
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Skin rash
• Itching
• Headache
• Vein inflammation (with IV use)
• Fever

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from light.
• Keep the vial in its original packaging until use.
• Use the prepared solution promptly as advised by the healthcare provider.
• Keep out of reach of children.