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Tazid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Pneumonia. Other than this, Tazid has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Tazid is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Tazid as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Tazid normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Tazid has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Tazid related warnings talks about Tazid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Tazid since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Tazid contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Tazid may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Tazid is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Tazid 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 Tazid safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Tazid safely.
Is the use of Tazid safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Tazid.
What is the effect of Tazid on the Kidneys?
Tazid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tazid on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Tazid on the liver.
What is the effect of Tazid on the Heart?
Using Tazid does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Tazid 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 Tazid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tazid habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Tazid.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tazid, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tazid can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Tazid only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tazid for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tazid
You can take Tazid with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tazid
Information about the interaction of Tazid and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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