Leaflet PIPERACILINA/TAZOBACTAM MYLAN 2g / 0.25g powder for solution for injection / infusion
Indicated for: bacterial infections
Route of administration: injectable / infusion
Substance: piperacillin + tazobactam (penicillin antibiotic + beta-lactam antibiotic)
ATC: J01CR05 (Antiinfectives for systemic use | Beta-lactam antibacterials, penicillins | Combinations of penicillins, incl. beta-lactamase inhibitors)
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.
The combination of piperacillin and tazobactam is an antibiotic used for the treatment of severe bacterial infections, including intra-abdominal infections, skin and soft tissue infections, and nosocomial pneumonia. Piperacillin works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, while tazobactam inhibits beta-lactamases, enhancing piperacillin's efficacy.
The medication is administered intravenously, as directed by a doctor, usually three to four times daily. It is important for patients to follow the treatment regimen and complete the full course of antibiotics.
Patients should be aware of potential side effects, such as diarrhea, nausea, or allergic reactions. It is important to inform the doctor of any unusual symptoms.
Common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, and skin rashes. In rare cases, severe reactions such as pseudomembranous colitis or anaphylactic reactions may occur. Patients should be informed of these risks before use.
General data about PIPERACILINA/TAZOBACTAM MYLAN 2g / 0.25g
- Substance: piperacillin + tazobactam
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-05-2018
- Product code: W54763001
- Concentration: 2g / 0.25g
- Pharmaceutical form: powder for solution for injection / infusion
- Quantity: 1
- Product type: Generic medicine
- Prescription status: S - Medicines dispensed with a restricted medical prescription, reserved for use in certain specialized fields.
Pharmaceutical forms available for piperacillin + tazobactam
Concentrations available for piperacillin + tazobactam
- 2g/0.25g
- 4g/0.25g
- 4g/0.50g
- 4g/0.5g