Fotaran 250 Injection

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Fotaran 250 Injection Information

Fotaran 250 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, Fotaran 250 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Fotaran 250 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fotaran 250 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fotaran 250 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Fotaran 250 Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Fotaran 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Fotaran 250 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Fotaran 250 Injection in conditions like Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Fotaran 250 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Fotaran 250 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Fotaran 250 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.


Fotaran 250 Injection Benefits & Uses

Fotaran 250 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Fotaran 250 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

Fotaran 250 Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Fotaran 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Fotaran is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Fotaran 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Fotaran is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Fotaran 250 Injection on the Kidneys?


    Fotaran rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Fotaran 250 Injection on the Liver?


    Fotaran does not damage the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Fotaran 250 Injection on the Heart?


    Using Fotaran does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe

Fotaran 250 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fotaran 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Fotaran 250 Injection

  • Is this Fotaran 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?


    Fotaran 250 Injection does not cause addiction.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fotaran 250 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Fotaran 250 Injection only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Fotaran 250 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Fotaran 250 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Fotaran 250 Injection


    You can take Fotaran 250 Injection with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Fotaran 250 Injection


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fotaran 250 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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