Severe bacterial infections

In Severe bacterial infections Oritez 50 Powder for Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of the lungs (pneumonia) stomach and skin. It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be self-administered. Oritez 50 Powder for Injection usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Oritez 50 Powder for Injection is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe infections of the body like skin intra-abdominal infections and community-acquired bacterial pneumonia. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems. But it will not treat a viral infection.Oritez 50 Powder for Injection is commonly used to treat critically ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein by a doctor or a nurse. The dose will depend on what type of infection you have where it is in the body and how serious it is. You should have your injections at the same time each day to get the most benefit and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed it even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.Some people may develop side effects like headache vomiting nausea increased liver enzymes stomach pain and diarrhea. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away. It may also cause dizziness so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus.Before starting treatment with this medicine you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant breastfeeding or suffering from any liver problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it you may be advised blood tests to monitor your liver function.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

- Alcohol : SAFE <p> Consuming alcohol with Oritez 50 Powder for Injection does not cause any harmful side effects. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Oritez 50 Powder for Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Oritez 50 Powder for Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Oritez 50 Powder for Injection may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Oritez 50 Powder for Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Oritez 50 Powder for Injection is recommended. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Oritez 50 Powder for Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Oritez 50 Powder for Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Oritez 50 Powder for Injection consult your doctor.

Chemical Class :: Tetracyclines|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI INFECTIVES|Action Class :: Tetracyclines

Severe bacterial infections

Headache | Vomiting | Nausea | Increased liver enzymes | Stomach pain | Diarrhea

SAFE

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

UNSAFE

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

CAUTION

Q. How long does Oritez 50 Powder for Injection takes to work?::: Usually Oritez 50 Powder for Injection starts working soon after taking it. However it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.| Q. Can the use of Oritez 50 Powder for Injection cause diarrhea?::: Yes the use of Oritez 50 Powder for Injection can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists talk to your doctor about it.