Fortum
Drug name: Fortum
Other names used:
- Ceftazidime®
- Ceptaz®
- Fortaz®
- Tazicef®
Active Ingredients:
Ceftazidime
Therapeutic actions: Fortum Injection contains an antibiotic called ceftazidime, which treats infections caused by bacteria, in different parts of the body.
Fortum injection belongs to a group of antibiotics called cephalosporins. These antibiotics work by either killing the bacteria that cause the infections or stopping their growth.
Fortum will not work against infection cased by viruses such as colds or the flu (influenza).
Fortum is not addictive.
Indications: Ceftazidime (INN) (IPA: [kɛfˈtæzədim, sɛf-]) is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. Like other third-generation cephalosporins, it has broad spectrum activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. Unlike most third-generation agents, it is active against Pseudomonas aeruginosa, however it has weaker activity against Gram-positive microorganisms and is not used for such infections.
Contraindications and cautions:
You must tell your doctor if:
- you have had an allergic reaction to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics
- You may have an increased chance of being allergic to Fortum if you are allergic to penicillins.
- you have had or have kidney problems
Adverse effects: Tell your doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible if you have any problems while using Fortum even if you do not think the problems are connected with the medicine or are not listed in this leaflet. Like other medicines, Fortum can cause some side effects. If they occur, they are most likely to be minor and temporary. However, some may be serious and need medical attention. Some reported side effects are:
- White, furry, sore tongue and mouth (oral thrush)
- Sore, itchy vagina and/or discharge (vaginal thrush)
- Swelling, pain or tenderness at the injection site
- Diarrhoea, feeling sick (nausea), vomiting, stomach pain
- Bad taste in the mouth
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Tingling sensations
These are more common side effects. If any of these side effects persist, or are troublesome, see your doctor or pharmacist.
If you have any of the following, contact your doctor promptly:
- fits (seizures)
- Tremor
- Confusion
- jaundice - yellowing of the skin possibly with nausea and vomiting and low energy.
- severe chills ,sore throat or mouth ulcers
- tendency to bruise or bleed easily
These may be more serious side effects. They are rare.
If you think you are having an allergic (hypersensitivity) reaction to Fortum, TELL YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY or go to the emergency department at your nearest hospital.
Interactions:
Some medicines may affect the way others work. Your doctor or pharmacist will be able to tell you what to do when using Fortum with other medicines such as chloramphenicol and aminoglycoside antibiotics.
Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.
