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Generic: ceftazidime View All Brands Ceptaz, Fortaz, Tazicef Novaplus, Tazicef, Tazidime A third generation cephalosporin - It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What if I miss a dose? If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses. What may interact with this medicine? certain antibiotics given by injection chloramphenicol female hormones, like estrogens or progestins and birth control pills This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not begin to improve or if you get new symptoms. Your doctor will monitor your condition and blood work as needed. Do not treat diarrhea with over- the- counter products. Contact your doctor if you have diarrhea that lasts more than 2 days or if the diarrhea is severe and watery. This medicine can interfere with some urine glucose tests. If you use such tests, talk with your health care professional. What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue burning, numbness, or tingling confusion dark urine difficulty breathing, wheezing discolored, sore mouth fever low blood pressure muscle stiffness pain or difficulty passing urine redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth seizures unusual bleeding, bruising unusually weak or tired yellowing of eyes, skin Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): diarrhea headache mouth irritation nausea, vomiting pain, swelling or irritation at the injection site vaginal itch, irritation This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.
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