Forzid

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Forzid Information

Forzid is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Forzid have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Forzid is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Forzid have been listed ahead. These side effects of Forzid are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Forzid is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Forzid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Forzid is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Forzid contraindications section.

Additionally, Forzid may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Forzid, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Forzid Benefits & Uses

Forzid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Forzid 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


Forzid Side Effects

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhoea
  • Injection Site Allergic Reaction
  • Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
  • Maculopapular rash
  • पेट दर्द
  • Itching or burning

Forzid Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Forzid safe for pregnant women?


    Forzid is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Forzid safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can safely use Forzid.

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


    Very few cases of side effects of Forzid on kidney have been reported.

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


    Using Forzid does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

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


    Forzid is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Forzid with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Forzid Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Forzid

  • Is this Forzid habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Forzid has not been reported.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Forzid. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Forzid only as per medical advice.

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


    Forzid is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Forzid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Forzid


    It is safe to take Forzid with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Forzid


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Forzid and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    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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