In Treatment of Bacterial infections Acizide-SB 375 Injection is used to treat infections caused by bacteria such as meningitis (infection of the brain), pneumonia, and infections of bones, joints, urinary tract, skin, and stomach. It works by killing the bacteria causing infections in the body. Make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
- Alcohol : SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Acizide-SB 375 Injection does not cause any harmful side effects. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Acizide-SB 375 Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Acizide-SB 375 Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Acizide-SB 375 Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Acizide-SB 375 Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acizide-SB 375 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION
Acizide-SB 375 Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acizide-SB 375 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Acizide-SB 375 Injection, please consult your doctor.
How long does Acizide-SB 375 Injection takes to work?::: Usually, Acizide-SB 375 Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.| What if I don't get better after using Acizide-SB 375 Injection?::: Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Acizide-SB 375 Injection is a combination of two medicines: Ceftazidime and Sulbactam. Ceftazidime is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Ceftazidime against bacteria.