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Piperacillin Sodium,Tazobactam Sodium – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: PRIZMA
Strength: 2 g,0.25 g | Form: Powder For Solution For Injection
Price in UAE: AED 26.00
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Piperacillin Sodium,Tazobactam Sodium

Class: | Antibiotic (Beta-lactam antibiotic combined with a beta-lactamase inhibitor) Use: | Treatment of infections caused by susceptible bacteria, including intra-abdominal infections, skin and soft tissue infections, pneumonia, and gynecological infections. Adult dose: | 3.375 g (2 g Piperacillin and 0.25 g Tazobactam) every 6 hours, administered intravenously. Pediatric dose: | 90 mg/kg/day (up to a maximum of 4 g/0.5 g per day) divided every 6 to 8 hours for children over 2 months of

Drug Class

Antibiotic (Beta-lactam antibiotic combined with a beta-lactamase inhibitor)

Uses & Indications

Treatment of infections caused by susceptible bacteria, including intra-abdominal infections, skin and soft tissue infections, pneumonia, and gynecological infections.

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light and moisture; reconstituted solutions should be used promptly or stored in the refrigerator and used within 24 hours.

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Jazeera Pharmaceutical Industries, SAUDI ARABIA

Package Size

1 Glass Vial (Powder)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 26.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

3.375 g (2 g Piperacillin and 0.25 g Tazobactam) every 6 hours, administered intravenously.

Pediatric Dose

90 mg/kg/day (up to a maximum of 4 g/0.5 g per day) divided every 6 to 8 hours for children over 2 months of age; dosing may vary based on infection severity and type.

Side Effects

Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, rash, headache, and potential for allergic reactions.

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to Piperacillin, Tazobactam, or any other penicillin or beta-lactam antibiotics; caution in patients with a history of severe allergic reactions.

Important Warnings

Risk of Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea; potential for serious allergic reactions; renal impairment may require dose adjustment; monitor for signs of superinfection.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Piperacillin Sodium,Tazobactam Sodium available in UAE pharmacies:

LINTAZ 4 g,0.5 g Powder For Solution For Injection PIPERACILLINE / TAZOBACTAM PANPHARMA 2 g,0.25 g Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection PIPERACILLINE / TAZOBACTAM PANPHARMA 4 g,0.5 g Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection PIPERACILLINE / TAZOBACTAM SANDOZ 2 g,0.25 g Powder For Solution For Injection PIPERACILLINE / TAZOBACTAM SANDOZ 4 g,0.5 g Powder For Solution For Injection PRIZMA 2 g,0.25 g Powder For Solution For Injection PRIZMA 4 g,0.5 g Powder For Solution For Injection PipTaz AFT 4 g,0.5 g Powder For Solution For Injection PipTaz-AFT 4000 mg,500 mg Powder for injection PipTaz-AFT 4 g/0.5 g 4000 mg,500 mg Powder for injection

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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