Fortum 2 Injection

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Fortum 2 Injection Information

Fortum 2 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Skin Infections, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Fortum 2 Injection have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Fortum 2 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fortum 2 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Fortum 2 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.

Fortum 2 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Fortum 2 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fortum 2 Injection related warnings section.

Fortum 2 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Fortum 2 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Fortum 2 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Fortum 2 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.


Fortum 2 Injection Benefits & Uses

Fortum 2 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Fortum 2 Injection Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Fortum 2 Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Fortum 2 Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Fortum without worrying about any side effects.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Fortum 2 Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Fortum is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Fortum 2 Injection on the Kidneys?


    Fortum may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Fortum 2 Injection on the Liver?


    Fortum is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Fortum 2 Injection on the Heart?


    Fortum is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe

Fortum 2 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fortum 2 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Fortum 2 Injection

  • Is this Fortum 2 Injection habit forming or addictive?


    Fortum 2 Injection is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Fortum 2 Injection as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Fortum 2 Injection only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Fortum 2 Injection for mental disorders.

    No

Fortum 2 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Fortum 2 Injection


    It is safe to take Fortum 2 Injection with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Fortum 2 Injection


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fortum 2 Injection with alcohol.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
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

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