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Megazid 1 gm Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Skin Infections, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Megazid 1 gm Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Megazid 1 gm Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Megazid 1 gm Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Megazid 1 gm Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Megazid 1 gm Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Megazid 1 gm Injection related warnings talks about Megazid 1 gm Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Megazid 1 gm Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Megazid 1 gm Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Megazid 1 gm Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Megazid 1 gm Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Megazid 1 gm Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Megazid 1 gm Injection safe for pregnant women?
Megazid is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Megazid 1 gm Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Megazid does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Megazid 1 gm Injection on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Megazid on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Megazid 1 gm Injection on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Megazid on the liver.
What is the effect of Megazid 1 gm Injection on the Heart?
Using Megazid does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Megazid 1 gm Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Megazid 1 gm Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Megazid 1 gm Injection habit forming or addictive?
Megazid 1 gm Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Megazid 1 gm Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Megazid 1 gm Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Megazid 1 gm Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Megazid 1 gm Injection
Taking Megazid 1 gm Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Megazid 1 gm Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Megazid 1 gm Injection with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; FORTAZ® (ceftazidime)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-312