Colistin 3Million IU Injection

Short Description

Colistin 3Million IU Injection is an antibiotic that fights bacteria, used to treat severe bacterial infections of the body, commonly used for critically ill patients admitted to the hospital.

Dosage Form

Injection

Introduction

Colistin 3Million IU Injection is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe bacterial infections of the body. It is commonly used for critically ill patients admitted to the hospital.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

Consuming alcohol with Colistin 3Million IU Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Breastfeeding Warning

Colistin 3Million IU Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Colistin 3Million IU Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Colistin 3Million IU Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by destroying the bacterial cell membrane.

Colistin 3Million IU Injection is an antibiotic that is usually only given in the hospital for serious infections. It is given by injection or drip (infusion) into a vein usually over 30-60 minutes. Finish the prescribed course even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor the level of the medicine in your blood.