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Introduction to Colicraft 1MIU Injection
Colicraft 1MIU Injection contains the active ingredient colistimethate sodium, an antibiotic from the polymyxin group. It is used to treat certain bacterial infections, particularly when other antibiotics are ineffective. This medication is also administered via inhalation for treating chronic chest infections in cystic fibrosis patients.is specifically used to target infections caused by the bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Do not use this medication if you are allergic to colistimethate sodium, colistin, or other components of the medication. Inform your doctor if you have kidney issues, myasthenia gravis (a condition that causes muscle weakness), porphyria (a group of disorders related to hemoglobin production), or asthma. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant, consult your doctor before starting treatment.
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Uses of Colicraft 1MIU Injection
- To treat certain bacterial infections
Therapeutic Effects of Colicraft 1MIU Injection
Colicraft 1MIU Injection, a polypeptide antibiotic, penetrates and disrupts the bacterial cell membrane of susceptible strains of aerobic gram-negative bacteria. It works by killing bacteria.
Interaction of Colicraft 1MIU Injection with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Colicraft 1MIU Injection and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Colicraft 1MIU Injection
- 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.
How to consume Colicraft 1MIU Injection
A doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic setting will give it to you. 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 the treatment based on your disease severity, body weight, and other factors.
Safety Advices
Pregnancy
Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspect pregnancy, or planning to become pregnant. The injection will only be given to a pregnant woman if it is needed.
Breast Feeding
Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Injection because the medicine passes into the breast milk in small amounts and may harm your baby.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Injection can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Liver
Limited information is available on the use of Injection in patients with liver diseases. 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 with Injection. Inform your doctor if you are a chronic drinker.
Driving
Injection may make you feel tired, dizzy, or sleepy. It is unsafe to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking this medicine.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Breathing difficulty
- Respiratory tract paralysis
- Diarrhea
- Kidney damage
Common
- Numbness or tingling
- Dizziness or loss of balance
- Changes in blood pressure
- Slurred speech
- Vision problems
- Confusion and mental problems
Word of Advice
This medicine may cause kidney damage; your doctor will perform routine kidney function test to monitor the safety of this medicine. This medicine may make you feel dizzy or cause numbness and tingling in your hands and feet. Do not drive or operate heavy machines while taking this medicine. Tell your doctor immediately if you have severe, continuous, or bloody diarrhea. Sometimes injection site reactions, including itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin, may occur.
FAQs
Q 1. Is Colicraft 1MIU Injection available in different forms?
Colicraft 1MIU 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.
Q 2. Are there any common side effects of Colicraft 1MIU Injection?
Common side effects of Colicraft 1MIU Injection may include dizziness, numbness or tingling sensation, especially in the face, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and kidney function changes. It is important to report any unusual or severe side effects to your healthcare provider.
Q 3. Is there any specific monitoring required during the Colicraft 1MIU Injection?
Colicraft 1MIU Injection treatment requires careful monitoring of kidney function because this medicine can cause kidney damage. Your healthcare provider may perform regular kidney function tests to ensure the medication is used safely and effectively.
Fact Box
Molecule name: Colistimethate Sodium
Pharmacological class: Analgesics
Therapeutic class: Antibiotics
Indications: Treat certain bacterial infections
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