Zidpod 250mg Injection

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 10 Sep 2024 | 01:12 AM (IST)

Zidpod 250mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain, lungs, ear, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, blood, and heart. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery.

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General Information

Contains

Ceftazidime (250mg)

Marketer

Astemax Biotech Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Zidpod 250mg Injection fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should use this medicine regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

The most common side effects of this medicine include rash and diarrhea. Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics, and if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

Uses of Zidpod Injection

Bacterial infections

Benefits of Zidpod Injection

Bacterial infections
Zidpod 250mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine that kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is often injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Zidpod Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Zidpod

Rash
Allergic reaction
Injection site reaction
Diarrhea

How to use Zidpod Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Zidpod Injection works

Zidpod 250mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

All substitutes for Zidpod 250mg Injection

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Zidpod 250mg Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Discontinue Zidpod 250mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Zidpod 250mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zidpod 250mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zidpod 250mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Zidpod 250mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

UNSAFE

Zidpod 250mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Zidpod 250mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zidpod 250mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Zidpod 250mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zidpod 250mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

What organisms does Zidpod 250mg Injection cover?

Zidpod 250mg Injection is active against pseudomonas, anaerobes, and staphylococcus bacteria. It may not be effective against methicillin- resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).

How is Zidpod 250mg Injection administered?

Zidpod 250mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Zidpod 250mg Injection.

Can the use of Zidpod 250mg Injection cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Zidpod 250mg Injection can cause diarrhea. Zidpod 250mg Injection is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

How long does Zidpod 250mg Injection take to work?

Usually, Zidpod 250mg Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

What if I do not get better after using Zidpod 250mg Injection?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Is Zidpod 250mg Injection effective?

Zidpod 250mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Zidpod 250mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins)

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 3 generation

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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Marketer details

Name: Astemax Biotech Pvt Ltd
Address: SCO 15, 1st & 2nd Floor, HUDA Main Market, Sector 8, Karnal - 132001, Haryana, India

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Zidpod 250mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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