Zavicefta, 2 Gm/0.5 Gm, Solution For Infusion - 10 Vials

Product Name

• Zavicefta 2/0.5 Gm, Injection, Antibiotic, Reduce Bacterial Infections - 1 Vial

Scientific Name

• Ceftazidime 2 Gm + Avibactam 0.5 Gm Injection

Category Of Zavicefta 2/0.5 Gm Injection

• Antibacterial Drugs

Mechanism Of Action Of Ceftazidime & Avibactam

• Ceftazidime kills bacteria through preventing new cell wall formation. Without a cell wall, a bacterial cell is vulnerable to outside water and molecular pressures, which causes the cell to quickly die.
• Avibactam is in a class of medications called beta-lactamase inhibitors. It works by preventing bacteria from destroying Ceftazidime.

Therapeutic Indications Of Zavicefta 2/0.5 Gm Injection

• It is indicated for the treatment of infections including:

1. Bacterial Pneumonia
2. Intra-abdominal infections
3. Gynecological infections

Method Of Administration Of Zavicefta 2/0.5 Gm Injection

• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• The dose that you should take will depend on why your doctor has prescribed the drug for you. Your doctor will discuss this with you.
• Doses may be different between patients depending on the severity and type of infection.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Zavicefta 2/0.5 Gm Injection

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

1. Pain at site of injection
2. Rash & itching
3. Nausea, vomiting & diarrhea
4. Fatigue, headache, chest pain, flatulence

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Zavicefta 2/0.5 Gm Injection

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Strengthen Your Immunity

• We must acknowledge that the body’s immune system develops and strengthens as a result of care throughout different stages of life, which begins as early as the fetal stage. There are ways to boost immunity:

1. Proper nutrition: eat well-balanced meals
2. Consume immune-boosting foods such as antioxidants and probiotics. Also, some supplements like Sambune Capsules & C-Ronz 1000, Vitamin C With Zinc will be helpful
3. Stay physically active
4. Get adequate sleep
5. Avoid/ minimize stress
6. Avoid smoking
7. Stay up-to-date with vaccines
8. Follow all personal hygiene and infection prevention protocols including frequent hand washing, practice physical distancing, follow all hygiene procedures for cooking, and disinfect your home (particularly common surfaces) regularly.
9. Monitor your body temperature by a thermometer, for example Microlife Ear Thermometer or Beurer Thermometer

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Zavicefta 2/0.5 Gm Injection

• Call your doctor right away if you have a rash, itching, blistering, fever or chills, trouble breathing or swallowing, or any swelling of your hands, face, mouth, or throat while you are using this medicine
• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Zavicefta 2/0.5 Gm Injection

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

Normal Ranges

• The average normal oral temperature is 98.6°F (37°C).
• A rectal temperature is 0.5 F (0.3 C) to 1 F (0.6 C) higher than an oral temperature.
• An ear (tympanic) temperature is 0.5 F (0.3 C) to 1 F (0.6 C) higher than an oral temperature.

For More Information About Ceftazidime & Avibactam

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit SFDA website
• Visit Medscape at Information About Ceftazidime & Avibactam
• Visit Drugs.com at Information About Ceftazidime & Avibactam