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xylistin 1 MIU Injection
Colistimethate Sodium
Uses of Xylistin 1miu Injection
- To treat certain bacterial infections
Introduction to Xylistin 1miu Injection
Xylistin 1MIU Injection contains the active ingredient Colistimethate sodium. It is an antibiotic that belongs to a group of medications called polymyxins. It is used to treat certain types of infections caused by bacteria. This medicine is commonly used when other antibiotics are not suitable. It is sometimes given as an inhalation to treat chronic chest infections in patients with cystic fibrosis.
This medicine is used when these infections are caused by specific bacteria called Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Do not use Xylistin 1MIU Injection if you are allergic to colistimethate sodium, colistin, or to other polymers in the medication. Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems or suffer from myasthenia gravis, porphyria, and asthma. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to get pregnant during the treatment.
Serious allergic reactions can happen even with the first dose of Xylistin 1MIU Injection. They can include rapid development of rashes, swelling of the face, tongue, and neck, and inability to breathe. If you experience signs of an allergic reaction, you should seek urgent medical attention. Do not stop your treatment early without consulting a doctor. Your doctor will decide how long your treatment should last.
Therapeutic Effects of Xylistin 1miu Injection
Xylistin 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 Xylistin 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 Xylistin 1MIU Injection and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Xylistin 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 Xylistin 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 for Xylistin 1miu Injection
Pregnancy
Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspect pregnancy, or planning to become pregnant. Xylistin 1MIU Injection will only be given to a pregnant woman if it is needed.
Breast Feeding
Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Xylistin 1MIU Injection because the medicine passes into the breast milk in small amounts and may harm your baby.
Lungs
There is limited information available on the use of Xylistin 1MIU Injection in patients with liver diseases. Inform your physician if you have any liver diseases or problems before initiating the therapy.
Liver
It is unknown whether Xylistin 1MIU Injection can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether consuming alcohol is safe during the treatment with Xylistin 1MIU Injection. Inform your doctor if you are a chronic drinker.
Driving
Xylistin 1MIU Injection may make you feel tired, dizzy, or sleepy. It is unsafe to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking this medicine.
Side Effects of Xylistin 1miu Injection
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
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
Brand
Cipla LTD
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