Elistin 1MIU Injection

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Colistimethate Sodium (1Million IU)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Polypeptides
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	Cell membrane active agent
User Rating	4.8
User Reviews	719

FAQ

Is Elistin 1MIU safe?

Elistin 1MIU is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What should I tell my doctor before taking Elistin 1MIU?

Before taking Elistin 1MIU, you must tell your doctor if you have or ever had any problems related to your kidneys or lungs (such as asthma). Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.

How is Elistin 1MIU administered?

Elistin 1MIU should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Elistin 1MIU.

Who should not use Elistin 1MIU?

Use of Elistin 1MIU should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Elistin 1MIU or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Elistin 1MIU for the first time, consult your doctor.

Can I take Elistin 1MIU in pregnancy?

Enough evidence is not available to provide clarity on the use of Elistin 1MIU in pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning to conceive, consult your doctor before taking Elistin 1MIU. You may take it only if prescribed by your doctor.

Is Elistin 1MIU safe?

Who should not use Elistin 1MIU?

How is Elistin 1MIU administered?

Can I take Elistin 1MIU in pregnancy?

What should I tell my doctor before taking Elistin 1MIU?

Elistin 1MIU Injection Reviews

Elistin 1MIU is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe bacterial infections of the body. It is commonly used for critically ill patients admitted to the hospital.

Elistin 1MIU is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. The dose and duration will be decided by your doctor based on the severity and type of infection you have. Get the injection regularly for as long as your doctor has prescribed to get maximum benefits.

Common side effects of this medicine include gastrointestinal upset, slurred speech, dizziness, vertigo, fever, rash, and paresthesia. 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.

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell the doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotic or have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor kidney function and the level of the medicine in your blood.

How Elistin 1MIU Injection Works

Elistin 1MIU is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by destroying the bacterial cell membrane.

How to Use Elistin 1MIU Injection

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

Uses of Elistin 1MIU Injection

Severe bacterial infections

Elistin 1MIU Injection Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Elistin 1MIU does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Elistin 1MIU may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Elistin 1MIU should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Elistin 1MIU may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Elistin 1MIU is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Elistin 1MIU in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Elistin 1MIU may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Quick Tips

Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor the level of the medicine in your blood.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Elistin 1MIU is an antibiotic that is usually only given in the hospital for serious infections.
It is given by injection or drip (infusion) into a vein usually over 30-60 minutes.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 324-25.
Colistimethate. Rochester, Michigan: JHP Pharmaceuticals, LLC.; 2013.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).