Kallistro 2MIU Injection
Active ingredient: Colistimethate sodium
Therapeutic class: Antibiotics
Pharmacological class: Polymyxin antibiotic agent
Uses:
- To treat certain bacterial infections, particularly those caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
- Sometimes used as an inhalation to treat chronic chest infections in patients with cystic fibrosis when other antibiotics are not suitable.
Important information:
- Do not use if you are allergic to colistimethate sodium, colistin, or other polymers in the medication.
- Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems, myasthenia gravis, porphyria, or asthma.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to get pregnant during treatment.
Administration:
- A doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic setting will give the injection.
- Depending on the reason, the drug may be given by fast or slow injection into a vein.
- Do not self-administer the injection.
- Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of treatment based on your disease severity, body weight, and other factors.
Safety advice:
- Pregnancy: Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspect pregnancy, or planning to become pregnant.
- Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Kallistro 2MIU Injection.
- Lungs: Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting treatment.
- Liver: Inform your physician if you have any liver diseases or problems before initiating therapy.
- Alcohol: It is unknown whether consuming alcohol is safe during treatment.
- Driving: Kallistro 2MIU Injection may make you feel tired, dizzy, or sleepy. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking this medicine.
Side effects:
- Common: Numbness or tingling, dizziness or loss of balance, changes in blood pressure, slurred speech, vision problems, confusion and mental problems.
- Serious: Breathing difficulty, respiratory tract paralysis, diarrhea, kidney damage.
Monitoring:
- Your doctor will perform routine kidney function tests to monitor the safety of this medicine.
FAQs:
Is Kallistro 2MIU Injection available in different forms? Kallistro 2MIU Injection is available in various forms, including intravenous (IV) injection, inhalation, and oral capsules. Your physician will decide the route of administration based on the type and severity of the infection and other factors.
Are there any common side effects of Kallistro 2MIU Injection? Common side effects may include dizziness, numbness or tingling sensation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and kidney function changes.
Is there any specific monitoring required during the Kallistro 2MIU Injection treatment? Kallistro 2MIU Injection treatment requires careful monitoring of kidney function because this medicine can cause kidney damage. Your healthcare provider may perform regular kidney function tests.
Can Kallistro 2MIU Injection be used in pediatric patients? Kallistro 2MIU Injection can be used in pediatric patients, but the dosage and administration may vary depending on the child's age, weight, and specific medical condition.
Can Kallistro 2MIU Injection be given for viral infections or the common cold? Kallistro 2MIU Injection is an antibiotic specifically used for treating bacterial infections. It is ineffective against viral infections such as the common cold or flu. Consult your doctor for more advice.