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Fortum 500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Pneumonia. The alternative uses of Fortum 500 Injection have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Fortum 500 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fortum 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Fortum 500 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fortum 500 Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Fortum 500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fortum 500 Injection related warnings section.
Fortum 500 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Fortum 500 Injection in conditions like Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Fortum 500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Fortum 500 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fortum 500 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Fortum 500 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 Fortum 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Fortum without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Fortum 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Fortum is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Fortum 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Fortum may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fortum 500 Injection on the Liver?
Fortum is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Fortum 500 Injection on the Heart?
Fortum is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fortum 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fortum 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Fortum 500 Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Fortum 500 Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fortum 500 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Fortum 500 Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fortum 500 Injection
It is safe to take Fortum 500 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fortum 500 Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fortum 500 Injection with alcohol.
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