Dose adjustment in renal impairment
Dose adjustment may be needed in kidney disease.
Leaflet PIPERACILLIN/TAZOBACTAM KABI 4g/0.5G powder for solution for infusion
- Product code:
- W53596003
- Quantity:
- 10
- Indicated for:
- bacterial infections
- Route of administration:
- 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
Precautions:
Anaphylaxis
Risk of severe allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical help if serious symptoms occur.
Colitis / severe diarrhea
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.
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 PIPERACILLIN/TAZOBACTAM KABI 4g/0.5G
- Substance:
- piperacillin + tazobactam
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-06-2026
- Product code:
- W53596003
- Concentration:
- 4g / 0.5g
- Pharmaceutical form:
- powder for solution for infusion
- Packing volume:
- 50ml
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Price:
- 382.57 RON
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Pharmaceutical forms available for piperacillin + tazobactam
Concentrations available for piperacillin + tazobactam
- 2g/0.25g
- 4g/0.25g
- 4g/0.50g
- 4g/0.5g
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