Grazid

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Grazid Information

Grazid is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Skin Infections, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Grazid have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Grazid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Grazid can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Grazid are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Grazid has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Grazid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Grazid since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Grazid contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Grazid have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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


Grazid Benefits & Uses

Grazid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Grazid 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

Grazid Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Grazid safe for pregnant women?


    There are no side effects of Grazid in pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Grazid safe during breastfeeding?


    Grazid does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Grazid on the Kidneys?


    Grazid may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Grazid on the Liver?


    Grazid is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Grazid on the Heart?


    You can take Grazid without any fear of damage to the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Grazid with Other Drugs

Grazid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate


Grazid Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Grazid

  • Is this Grazid habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Grazid.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Grazid should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, the use of Grazid in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Grazid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Grazid


    Taking Grazid with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Grazid


    Information about the interaction of Grazid and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    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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