Leaflet COLISTIMETAT DE SODIU ACCORD 1000000UI powder for solution for injection / infusion
Indicated for: bacterial infections
Route of administration: injectable / infusion
Substance: colistimethate sodium (antibacterial antibiotic)
ATC: J01XB01 (Antiinfectives for systemic use | Other antibacterials | Polymyxins)
Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.
Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.
Seek medical advice if severe or persistent diarrhea occurs.
Colistimethate sodium is an antibiotic used to treat severe infections caused by gram-negative bacteria, particularly in cases of resistance to other antibiotics. It is effective against bacteria such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Acinetobacter baumannii.
The medication is administered intravenously or via inhalation, depending on the location of the infection and the patient's condition. It is important to use it as prescribed by your doctor to prevent the development of bacterial resistance.
Side effects may include renal toxicity, neurotoxicity (dizziness, muscle weakness), or allergic reactions. In rare cases, severe complications may occur, requiring immediate medical intervention.
Patients should inform their doctor about any other medications being used or pre-existing conditions, such as renal insufficiency, to ensure the safe use of colistimethate sodium.
General data about COLISTIMETAT DE SODIU ACCORD 1000000UI
- Substance: colistimethate sodium
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-12-2024
- Product code: W70698001
- Concentration: 1000000UI
- Pharmaceutical form: powder for solution for injection / infusion
- Quantity: 1
- Product type: Generic medicine
- Prescription status: P-RF - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Pharmaceutical forms available for colistimethate sodium
Concentrations available for colistimethate sodium
- 1000000UI
- 1662500UI