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Zolineg 2Miu Inj Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

COLISTIMETHATE-2MILLION IU

Uses:

Treatment of Several bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits:

Zolineg 2Miu Inj contains Colistimethate, a narrow-spectrum antibiotic that is active against gram-negative bacteria. Zolineg 2Miu Inj binds to bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thereby, damages bacterial cell membranes and kills bacteria. Zolineg 2Miu Inj is used when other antibiotics are not suitable.

FAQs

Zolineg 2Miu Inj is used to treat bacterial infections.

Zolineg 2Miu Inj contains Colistimethate, an antibiotic that works by binding to bacterial cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stops the leakage of cell contents. Thereby, damages bacterial cell membranes and kills bacteria.

You are not recommended to take Zolineg 2Miu Inj with gentamicin as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of severe adverse effects such as kidney problems, hearing loss or respiratory depression especially in elderly people and in those who have preexisting kidney disease or who are dehydrated. However, please consult your doctor before taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj with other medicines.

Zolineg 2Miu Inj may cause dizziness as a common side effect. Avoid driving if you feel dizzy after taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

Zolineg 2Miu Inj should be used with caution in patients receiving dialysis (the process of filtration and purification of blood using a machine). Therefore, if you are receiving dialysis, please inform your doctor before taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj so that the dose may be adjusted accordingly.

You are recommended to take Zolineg 2Miu Inj with extreme caution if you have kidney disease as it may worsen the condition. Regular monitoring of kidney functioning is recommended while taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any kidney problems before taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj.

Before taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj, inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney problems, myasthenia gravis (a condition that causes muscle weakness), porphyria (a blood disorder), or asthma. These conditions may affect your treatment or require special monitoring.

Zolineg 2Miu Inj is given by a healthcare professional as an infusion over 30–60 minutes or as a rapid injection within 5 minutes into a vein. Do not self-administer.

Do not use Zolineg 2Miu Inj if you are allergic to its active substances or any other polymyxins (group of antibiotics to treat bacterial infection). If you are unsure, consult your doctor before receiving Zolineg 2Miu Inj.

Zolineg 2Miu Inj is prescribed during pregnancy only if your doctor thinks that the benefits are greater than the potential risks. The safety of Zolineg 2Miu Inj during pregnancy has not been fully established. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj if you are pregnant.

Zolineg 2Miu Inj is safe when used as per the dose and duration advised by a doctor.

Zolineg 2Miu Inj causes side effects such as dizziness, stomach upset, tingling, and difficulty in breathing. However, these do not require any medical treatment and gradually reduce over time. Contact a doctor if these side effects persist for longer durations.