Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection
Prescription Required
Introduction of Fastgard Injection
Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the microorganisms to prevent their growth and further spread of the infection.
Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection1 and Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection2.
Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection1 and Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection2.
Uses of Fastgard Injection
Benefits of Fastgard Injection
In Bacterial infections
Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause bacterial infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections. It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be self-administered. Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg 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.
Side effects of Fastgard Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Fastgard
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Increased liver enzymes
- Allergic reaction
How to use Fastgard Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
NOT RELEVANT
Not relevant, as Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Fastgard Injection
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections, even if they have developed resistance.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Taking probiotics may help. Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Stop taking Fastgard 2000 mg/250 mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Patient concerns
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