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Sano Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

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About Zolineg 2Miu Inj

Zolineg 2Miu Inj belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections. Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Zolineg 2Miu Inj does not work against infections caused by a virus.

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 stop the leakage of cell contents. Thereby, damaging bacterial cell membranes and kills bacteria.

Take Zolineg 2Miu Inj as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Zolineg 2Miu Inj for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience dizziness, stomach upset, tingling, or difficulty in breathing. Most of these side effects of Zolineg 2Miu Inj do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Zolineg 2Miu Inj or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), kidney problems, or porphyria (a disorder in the formation of red blood pigment), inform your doctor before taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj. Special care should be taken in new-born and premature babies as kidneys are not developed fully. Drive only if you are alert as Zolineg 2Miu Inj may cause confusion, vision problems, or dizziness.  If you are on dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj so that the dose may be reduced accordingly.

Uses of Zolineg 2Miu Inj

Several bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Zolineg 2Miu Inj will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Zolineg 2Miu Inj

  • Dizziness
  • Stomach upset
  • Tingling
  • Difficulty in breathing

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Zolineg 2Miu Inj or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness), kidney problems, or porphyria (a disorder in the formation of red blood pigment), inform your doctor before taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj. Special care should be taken in new-born and premature babies as kidneys are not developed fully. Drive only if you are alert as Zolineg 2Miu Inj may cause confusion, vision problems, or dizziness. If you are on dialysis, inform your doctor before taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj so that the dose may be reduced accordingly. Inform your anesthetist that you are taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj as it may increase the effects of muscle relaxants used in general anesthesia. You are recommended to complete the full course of Zolineg 2Miu Inj as prescribed by your doctor for effective results.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take probiotics after completing the full course of Zolineg 2Miu Inj to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yogurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
  • Include fiber-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
  • Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase adverse effects.

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Therapeutic Class

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FAQs

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.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMIKACIN
  • NETILIMICIN
  • TOBRAMYCIN
  • GENTAMICIN
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • AZITHROMYCIN
  • CIPROFLOXACIN
  • NORFLOXACIN
  • OFLOXACIN

Special Advise

  • Regular blood tests are recommended to monitor the levels of Zolineg 2Miu Inj in blood and kidney functioning.
  • Inform your anaesthetist that you are taking Zolineg 2Miu Inj as it may increase the effects of muscle relaxants used in general anaesthesia.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiple very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes, namely spherical, rod or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell wall) or gram-negative (do not have cell wall). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains, and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever and tiredness.

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