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Piperacillin + Tazobactum

Information about Piperacillin + Tazobactum

Piperacillin + Tazobactum Uses

Piperacillin+Tazobactum is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How Piperacillin + Tazobactum works

Piperacillin + Tazobactum is a combination of two medicines: Piperacillin and Tazobactum. Piperacillin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Tazobactum is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Piperacillin against bacteria.

Common side effects of Piperacillin + Tazobactum

Vomiting, Nausea, Diarrhea, Constipation, Dyspepsia, Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

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Available Medicine for Piperacillin + Tazobactum

PipzoAlkem Laboratories Ltd

₹104 to ₹3263 variant(s)

TazomacMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹201 to ₹2822 variant(s)

DuratazAristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹93 to ₹2863 variant(s)

TazactCipla Ltd

₹106 to ₹4263 variant(s)

TazotumZuventus Healthcare Ltd

₹104 to ₹4193 variant(s)

TazilinZydus Cadila

₹3741 variant(s)

MicrotazMicro Labs Ltd

₹104 to ₹3812 variant(s)

MaxotazMacleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹201 to ₹2822 variant(s)

LintazVeritaz Healthcare Ltd

₹90 to ₹4183 variant(s)

ZosynPfizer Ltd

₹3801 variant(s)

Expert advice for Piperacillin + Tazobactum

You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance.
Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics along with Piperacillin + Tazobactum may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Stop taking Piperacillin + Tazobactum and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Do not use leftover medicine for treating any infection in the future. Always consult your doctor before taking any antibiotic.

Frequently asked questions for Piperacillin + Tazobactum

Piperacillin + Tazobactum

Q. What is Piperacillin+Tazobactum used for?

Piperacillin+Tazobactum is used to treat lower respiratory, urinary tract and skin infections.

Q. What are the contraindications associated with the use of Piperacillin+Tazobactum?

Use of Piperacillin+Tazobactum should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine.

Q. What happens if I overdose?

If you overdose Piperacillin+Tazobactum you may suffer severe from anxiety, restlessness or nervousness, or seizure (convulsions). Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of these symptoms.