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Colistin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Colistin is used -
Is the use of Colistin safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Colistin will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Colistin safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Colistin for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Colistin on the Kidneys?
Colistin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Colistin on the Liver?
Colistin does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Colistin on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Colistin for the heart.
Colistin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Colistin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Colistin habit forming or addictive?
Colistin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Colistin since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Colistin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Colistin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Colistin
Taking Colistin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Colistin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Colistin with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 759