Generic name: ceftazidime (injection) [ sef-TAY-zi-deem ]
Brand names: Fortaz, Tazicef, Ceptaz, Tazidime, Tazicef Novaplus,
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Dosage forms: injectable powder for injection (1 g; 2 g; 500 mg; 6 g); intravenous powder for injection (2 g); intravenous solution (1 g/50 mL; 1 g/50 mL hyperosmotic dextrose; 2 g/50 mL; 2 g/50 mL hyperosmotic dextrose)
Drug class:Third generation cephalosporins
What is ceftazidime?
Ceftazidime is a cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotic that is used to treat many kinds of bacterial infections, including severe or life-threatening forms.
Ceftazidime may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Ceftazidime can cause serious or life-threatening allergic reactions. Tell your doctor if you have an allergy to an antibiotic, especially penicillin.
Before taking this medicine
Ceftazidime can cause serious or life-threatening allergic reactions. You should not use ceftazidime injection if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to an antibiotic, such as:
