Treatment of serious and complicated infections caused by bacteria such as stomach and abdominal infection, skin and soft tissue infections, diabetic foot infections due to diabetes and pneumonia. It ...

If you are allergic to Piperacillin and Tazobactam or any of the ingredients of this medicine
If you have a history of severe allergic reactions to any other antibiotic like Cephalosporins, Monobactam and Carbapenem.

Side effects of Pti 2.25gm Inj

Diarrhoea
Constipation
Nausea
Vomiting
Indigestion
Stomach pain
Fever
Anemia
Fungal infection (candidiasis)
Headache
Sleeplessness
Rashes
Itching
Inflammation and swelling at the injection site.

Precautions and Warnings of Pti 2.25gm Inj

Pregnancy

Can I take Pti 2.25gm Inj during pregnancy?

It is advisable not to take this medicine during pregnancy as it passes the placental barrier
However, it can be given to you by your doctor if required after assessing the benefits over risks
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Pti 2.25gm Inj while breastfeeding?

The component of this medicine passes into breast milk and known to cause fungal infection of mouth and diarhhea in babies. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding, your doctor will tell you about the use of this medicine after assessing the benefits over risks.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Pti 2.25gm Inj?

No information is available on the effect of this medicine on the ability to drive or use machines. However, if you experience any side effects after taking this medicine, do not drive.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Pti 2.25gm Inj?

No information is available on interaction of this medicine with alcohol. However, consuming alcohol may exaggerate the side effects of this medicine. Thus, it is advisable not to consume alcohol when you are taking this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have a history of allergic reactions to Penicillin, Cephalosporins, Carbapenems
You develop serious skin disorders like painful rashes along with flu
You have diarrhea and pus in your stool after taking this medicine, immediately stop the medicine and report to your doctor
You experience bleeding disorders or taking blood-thinning medicines like Warfarin
You experience fits or convulsions
You have problems with kidney function
You have weakness, fatigue, muscle cramps or low levels of potassium.

Mode of Action of Pti 2.25gm Inj

How Does It Work?

Pti 2.25gm Inj acts by killing the bacteria responsible for infections. However, bacteria make an enzyme (beta-lactamases) which can destroy Piperacillin Tazobactam inactivates this enzyme and hence ...

Directions for Use of Pti 2.25gm Inj

This medicine will be given in a hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection. Do not self inject this medicine.

Interactions of Pti 2.25gm Inj

Interactions with other medicines

Medicines used to relax the muscles during surgery like Vecuronium
Close monitoring of blood function is required if you are on medicine used to stop blood clotting like Warfarin
Medicines used to treat certain types of cancers like methotrexate
Medicines used to treat gout-like probenecid
If you have kidney problems and you are taking antibiotics like Tobramycin, Gentamicin and Vancomycin.

Storage and disposal of Pti 2.25gm Inj

Store this medicine at or below 25°C
Protect it from light
Keep it out of the reach of children
Any unused portion should not be stored and discard it properly.

Dosage of Pti 2.25gm Inj

Overdose

Your doctor or nurse will give this injection. Therefore it is less likely to provide you with more or less of this medicine. However, if you experience loose motions, nausea, vomiting and fits immedi...

Missed a Dose

You will be monitored by your doctor or nurse on when the injection should be given to you. It is unlikely that you will be missing any dose. However, if you think your doctor or nurse might have miss...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Rukman Mecca

MBBS, MD (Community Medicine)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: I am suffering from flu-like common cold, can I take this medicine?

A: No, this medicine is for treating severe infections caused by bacteria and not viral infections. This medicine should only be taken when prescribed by the doctor.

Q: I am on a restricted salt diet, can I take this medicine?

No, as this medicine contains an ample amount of sodium, it is advisable to be very cautious and discuss your dietary restrictions with your doctor before taking this medicine.

References

Product Details

Brand

PTI

Expires on or After

16/08/2022

Last Updated on: 24 Feb 2022 | 07:00 PM (IST)

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