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Piperacillin + Tazobactam Pharmacology
Piperacillin + Tazobactam
About Piperacillin + TazobactamN/AMechanism of Action of Piperacillin + TazobactamN/APharmacokinets of Piperacillin + TazobactamN/AOnset of Action for Piperacillin + TazobactamN/ADuration of Action for Piperacillin + TazobactamN/AHalf Life of Piperacillin + TazobactamN/ASide Effects of Piperacillin + TazobactamN/AContra-indications of Piperacillin + TazobactamN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Piperacillin + TazobactamN/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Piperacillin + TazobactamN/AInteractions for Piperacillin + TazobactamN/ATypical Dosage for Piperacillin + TazobactamN/ASchedule of Piperacillin + TazobactamN/AStorage Requirements for Piperacillin + TazobactamN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of Piperacillin + TazobactamN/AEffects of Overdose of Piperacillin + TazobactamN/APiperacillin
About PiperacillinA semisynthetic extended spectrum penicillin(ureidopenicillin), Antiboitic.Mechanism of Action of PiperacillinPiperacillin is a semi synthetic antipseudomonal Penicillin. It binds to the Penicillin binding protein in the cell wall of bacteria and inhibits the enzyme transpeptidase which is responsible for the transpeptidation reaction in peptidoglycan synthesis. It also activates the endogenous enzyme which degrades the peptidoglycan.These results in inhibition of protein synthesis and there by cell wall synthesis.Piperacillin is active against both gram positive and gram negative organism.Pharmacokinets of PiperacillinAbsorption .It is readily absorbed after parenteral administration.
Distribution: It is very widely distributed in the body.
Metabolism: It does not undergo metabolism.
Excretion: It is excreted mainly through urine and small amount excreted through bile and breast milk.
Onset of Action for PiperacillinImmediateDuration of Action for Piperacillin1-2 hoursHalf Life of Piperacillin30 minutesSide Effects of Piperacillin1. Nausea
2. Vomiting
3. Diarrhoea
4. Anaphylaxis
5. Rash
6. Urticaria
7. Thrombocytopenia
8. Nephritis
9. Seizure
10. Thrombophlebitis
11. Hypokalemia
Contra-indications of Piperacillin1. Hypersensitive to Piperacillin and other Penicillins.Special Precautions while taking Piperacillin1. Heart failure
2. Uremia
3. Hypokalemia
4. Bleeding tendencies
5. Meningitis
6. Renal impairment
Pregnancy Related InformationUse with cautionOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationUse with cautionChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Piperacillin1. Urinary tract infections
2. Lower Respiratory tract infections
3. Systemic infections
4. Gynaecological infections
5. Septicaemia
6. Intra-Abdominal Infections
7. Skin and Skin Structure Infections
8. Bone and Joint InfectionsInteractions for PiperacillinVecuronium: Muscle relaxant action prolonged.
Aminoglycosides: Efficacy of aminoglycosides decreased.
Typical Dosage for PiperacillinAdult :
Bacterial infections: (IM/IV):200 - 300 mg/kg/day in four divided dose depending on severity of infection
Prophylaxis of surgical infections: 2 g before surgery and 4 g in 2 divided dose after surgery.
Children :
Bacterial infections: 100 - 300 mg/kg/day in 3 - 4 divided dose depending on the severity of infection
Schedule of PiperacillinHStorage Requirements for PiperacillinThe vial should be stored in room temperature away from heat and moisture. Keep out of the reach of childrenEffects of Missed Dosage of PiperacillinTake the dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time to the next dose then skip the missed dose.Effects of Overdose of PiperacillinGive supportive measures and symptomatic treatment. Haemodialysis can be done , if needed.
Tazobactam
About TazobactamA Penicillanic acid sulfone beta-lactamase inhibitor, penams, To increase the antibacterial activity of penicillins against ?-lactamase?producing organisms.Mechanism of Action of TazobactamTazobactam is a Penicillanic acid sulfone beta lactamase inhibitor.Sulbactam has no significant antimicrobial activity, despite sharing the ?-lactam ring that is characteristic of beta-lactam antibiotics. This similarity in chemical structure helps the Tazobactam to act as a competitive inhibitor of beta-lactamase enzyme secreted by certain bacteria that are resistant to beta-lactam antibiotics. This inhibition restores the antibacterial activity of beta-lactam antibiotics against ?-lactamase-secreting resistant bacteria.It is usually given in combination with Piperacillin.Pharmacokinets of TazobactamN/AOnset of Action for TazobactamN/ADuration of Action for TazobactamN/AHalf Life of TazobactamN/ASide Effects of Tazobactam1.Gastrointestinal disturbances
2.Headache
3.Dizziness
4.Insomnia
5.Rash
6.Pain
7.Hypertension
8.Edema
9.Pruritus
10.Agitation
11.Local reactions
Contra-indications of TazobactamHypersensitivity to TazobactamSpecial Precautions while taking Tazobactam1.Renal impairment
2.Cystic fibrosis
3.Haematopoiesis
4.Monitor electrolytes
5.Discontinue if bleeding disorders occur
Pregnancy Related InformationUse with cautionOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationUse with cautionChildren Related InformationContraindicatedIndications for Tazobactam1.Skin infections
2.Pneumonia
3.Postpartum endometritis
4.Pelvic inflammatory disease
5.Appendicitis
6.Peritonitis
Interactions for TazobactamN/ATypical Dosage for TazobactamIV Infusion over 30 minutes.
Adults: 3 to 4 grams of Piperacillin, in combination with 0.375 to 0.5 grams of Tazobactam, every 6 - 8 hours for 7 - 10 days.
Schedule of TazobactamN/AStorage Requirements for TazobactamN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of TazobactamN/AEffects of Overdose of TazobactamN/AHome Delivery for Piperacillin + Tazobactam in Your City
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