Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection
Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection is a combination of two antibiotics. It is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the infection by killing the microorganisms.
Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection
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Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection is a combination of two antibiotics. It is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the infection by killing the microorganisms.
Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection is a combination of two antibiotics. It is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the infection by killing the microorganisms.
Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. Depending on the severity of your underlying illness, your doctor will decide the precise dose and schedule as per which this injection is to be given. It is strictly advised to be used as per the doctor’s prescription.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and rash. Additionally, you may notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. You should consult your doctor if these side effects do not get better with time and persist for a longer duration.
Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. Your doctor may change the dose or prescribe a different medicine. This medicine is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding if used under a doctor’s supervision.
03Uses
Bacterial infections
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
05How It Works
Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Piperacillin and Tazobactum. Piperacillin is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Tazobactum is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Piperacillin against bacteria.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Zopint Injection?
A: If you miss a dose of Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
07Benefits
In Bacterial infections
Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection contains two different medicines that work together to kill the bacteria that cause infections. Piperacillin belongs to a group of medicines called penicillins that work by stopping the growth of bacteria. Tazobactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Piperacillin against bacteria. Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection can be used to treat many different bacterial infections such as ear, sinus, throat, lung, urinary tract, skin, teeth, joints, and bones. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
08Side Effects
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Rash
Allergic reaction
09Safety Information
Alcohol:SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:CAUTION
Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections even if they have developed resistance.
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. Taking probiotics along with Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
Stop taking Zopint 4000mg/500mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
References
Sources and references
Piperacillin sodium/tazobactum sodium. Wrexham: Wockhardt UK Ltd.; 2009 [revised 18 Jul. 2017]. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
