Ceftazidima is the active ingredient in an antibacterial drug commercially known as Fortaz.
This injectable drug works by destroying the bacterial cell membrane and reducing symptoms of infection, so it is indicated for the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections, meningitis and pneumonia.
Ceftazidima is rapidly absorbed by the body and its excess is excreted in the urine.
Joint infection; Skin and soft tissue infection Abdominal infection Bone infection Pelvic infection in women Urinary tract infection Meningitis; Pneumonia.
Inflammation in the vein; venous obstruction; Itchy skin; hives; itching; pain at the injection site; abscess at the injection site; Increased temperature peeling on the skin.
Risk of pregnancy B; Breastfeeding women; people allergic to cephalosporins, penicillins and their derivatives.
Injectable use
Adults and adolescents
Children
Meningitis