Ceftazidime Pentahydrate
Ceftazidime Pentahydrate is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms. It is commonly administered intravenously in hospital settings for conditions such as pneumonia, urinary tract infections, and intra-abdominal infections. This medication is particularly effective against gram-negative bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
A broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic used for serious bacterial infections, especially those caused by gram-negative organisms.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 235552
- Generic
- Ceftazidime Pentahydrate
- Class
- pin-variant
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of respiratory tract infections (including pneumonia), urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, intra-abdominal infections, bone and joint infections, and septicemia. Often used for infections in immunocompromised patients and hospital-acquired infections.
As a beta-lactam antibiotic, ceftazidime inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs). This disrupts the peptidoglycan layer of the bacterial cell wall, leading to cell death. It has enhanced activity against gram-negative bacteria compared to earlier cephalosporin generations.
Administered intravenously or intramuscularly by healthcare professionals. Requires dose adjustment in patients with renal impairment. Cross-reactivity with penicillin allergy is possible. Common side effects include gastrointestinal symptoms, rash, and potential for superinfection. Should only be used when clearly indicated to prevent antibiotic resistance.
Official drug label
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