Kallistro 4.5MIU Injection
Active ingredient: Colistimethate sodium
Therapeutic class: Antibiotics
Pharmacological class: Polymyxin antibiotic agent
Uses:
- Treating certain bacterial infections, especially those caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
- Used when other antibiotics are not suitable.
- Sometimes given as an inhalation to treat chronic chest infections in patients with cystic fibrosis.
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.
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 4.5MIU Injection.
- Lungs: Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
- Liver: Inform your physician if you have any liver diseases or problems before initiating the therapy.
- Alcohol: It is unknown whether consuming alcohol is safe during the treatment.
- Driving: Kallistro 4.5MIU 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:
- Regular kidney function tests are required during treatment to monitor safety.
FAQ:
Is Kallistro 4.5MIU Injection available in different forms? Kallistro 4.5MIU 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 4.5MIU 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 4.5MIU Injection treatment? Kallistro 4.5MIU Injection treatment requires careful monitoring of kidney function.
Can Kallistro 4.5MIU Injection be used in pediatric patients? Kallistro 4.5MIU 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 4.5MIU Injection be given for viral infections or the common cold? Kallistro 4.5MIU Injection is an antibiotic specifically used for treating bacterial infections. It is ineffective against viral infections such as the common cold or flu.
Storage:
- Do not store above 25°C.
- Store in the original package to protect from light.
- Keep the injection away from the reach of children and pets.