Meezat

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  • Manufactured by: Biocon
  • Contains / Salt: Ceftazidime (1000 mg)

Meezat Information

Meezat, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Pneumonia. Meezat also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Meezat is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Meezat side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Meezat are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Meezat's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Meezat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Meezat related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Meezat since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Meezat contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Meezat with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Meezat is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Meezat Benefits & Uses

Meezat is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Meezat 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 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • 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 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • 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: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • 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: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • 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: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Meezat Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Meezat safe for pregnant women?


    There are no side effects of Meezat in pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Meezat safe during breastfeeding?


    Meezat does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Meezat on the Kidneys?


    Meezat rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Meezat on the Liver?


    There are no any side effects of Meezat on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Meezat on the Heart?


    Using Meezat does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Meezat with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Meezat Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Meezat

  • Is this Meezat habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Meezat has not been reported.

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


    After taking Meezat you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Meezat is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, the use of Meezat in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Meezat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Meezat


    Taking Meezat with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Meezat


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

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; FORTAZ® (ceftazidime)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-312

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