Colistimethate Benefits & Uses

Colistimethate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Colistimethate Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Colistimethate Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Colistimethate is used -

Colistimethate Related Warnings

Is the use of Colistimethate safe for pregnant women?

Colistimethate can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Colistimethate right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Colistimethate safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Colistimethate for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Colistimethate on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Colistimethate. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Colistimethate on the Liver?

Colistimethate may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Colistimethate on the Heart?

Colistimethate may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Colistimethate with Other Drugs

Colistimethate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Colistimethate Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Colistimethate unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
Calcium Deficiency
Allergy
Asthma
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Colistimethate

Is this Colistimethate habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Colistimethate has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Colistimethate, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Colistimethate can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Colistimethate should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Colistimethate cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Colistimethate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Colistimethate

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Colistimethate with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Colistimethate

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Colistimethate with alcohol will be.

Unknown