Kiviza 2000mg Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Sulbactam (2000mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Alpha amino acids derivatives |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Cell wall active agent - Penicillin:Beta-lactamase inhibitors |
| User Rating | 4.2 |
| User Reviews | 547 |
FAQ
What should I discuss with my doctor before receiving Kiviza 2000mg?
Before taking Kiviza 2000mg, you should tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to Kiviza 2000mg or any similar medicine. Inform the doctor if you have any type of allergy, asthma or breathing problems, heart disease or kidney disease. Let your doctor know about all the medicines that you may be taking as they may affect or be affected by Kiviza 2000mg. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also seek their doctor’s advice before taking Kiviza 2000mg.
Does Kiviza 2000mg treat the flu?
No. Kiviza 2000mg does not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.
Can I use a discolored solution of Kiviza 2000mg?
No. You should not use Kiviza 2000mg if the medicine has changed colors or has particles in it. The discolored solution may be contaminated and may not be as effective as it is expected to be. Also, it may cause additional side effects. So, it is better, that you discard the solution and go for another vial.
Who should not take Kiviza 2000mg?
Kiviza 2000mg should not be taken by an individual if he/she had an allergic reaction to ampicillin, sulbactam, or any penicillin antibiotic (such as penicillins or cephalosporins), or if he/she has a history of liver problems caused by ampicillin/sulbactam.
Why is Kiviza 2000mg added to other antibiotics?
Kiviza 2000mg added to other antibiotics like ampicillin, cefoperazone, etc., because Kiviza 2000mg contains Sulbactam, a beta-lactamase inhibitor, which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of other antibiotics like ampicillin, cefoperazone, etc., against the bacteria.
I feel better now. Can I stop taking Kiviza 2000mg?
No. Make sure to receive all doses your doctor has prescribed, even if you feel better. This is because your symptoms may have improved but chances are that the infection is still present in your body. Skipping doses can increase the risk of developing an infection that is resistant to medication. So, continue taking Kiviza 2000mg as prescribed. After you have finished all the doses, your doctor may advise you on some tests to make sure your infection has completely cleared up.
What if you forget to take Kiviza Injection?
If you miss a dose of Kiviza 2000mg, consult your doctor.
Kiviza 2000mg Injection Reviews
Kiviza 2000mg is used in combination with other antibiotics for the treatment of various types of serious bacterial infections such as pneumonia, skin and soft tissue infections, urinary tract infections, and others.
Kiviza 2000mg is a type of antibiotic belonging to a class known as beta-lactamase inhibitors. This medicine helps to make the bacteria more sensitive to antibiotic activity. It is given by drip (intravenous infusion) or by direct injection into a vein, under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced intervals, as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have a history of an allergic reaction to this medicine or penicillin group of medicines. Diarrhea and local pain, swelling, or redness at the site of injection may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.
Kiviza 2000mg is a type of antibiotic belonging to a class known as beta-lactamase inhibitors. This medicine helps to make the bacteria more sensitive to antibiotic activity. It is given by drip (intravenous infusion) or by direct injection into a vein, under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced intervals, as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The total duration of treatment and precise dosage will be decided by your doctor, depending on the type of infection that you have and how well you respond to the medication.
Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have a history of an allergic reaction to this medicine or penicillin group of medicines. Diarrhea and local pain, swelling, or redness at the site of injection may be seen as side effects in some patients. These are temporary and usually resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use during pregnancy if used under a doctor’s supervision.
How Kiviza 2000mg Injection Works
Kiviza 2000mg is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. It works by blocking an enzyme called beta lactamase produced by bacteria to inactivate antibiotics. Kiviza 2000mg is frequently combined with beta-lactam antibiotics, such as ampicillin, cefoperazone, meropenem. As a single medicine, it treats infection caused by a type of bacterium called Acinetobacter baumanii. This activity is mediated by its interaction with certain proteins.
How to Use Kiviza 2000mg Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Kiviza 2000mg Injection
- In Severe bacterial infections: Kiviza 2000mg works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of lungs (pneumonia) and urinary tract. It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be self-administered. Kiviza 2000mg 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.
Uses of Kiviza 2000mg Injection
- Severe bacterial infections
Kiviza 2000mg Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Kiviza 2000mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Kiviza 2000mg does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Kiviza 2000mg 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.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Kiviza 2000mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Kiviza 2000mg alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Kiviza 2000mg 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.
Quick Tips
- It is also used alone in the treatment of serious infections caused by pathogen Acinetobacter baumannii including those resistant to other antibiotics.
- It is preferentially given as an injection directly into a vein over a period of 15-60 minutes.
- Kiviza 2000mg is used in treatment of severe bacterial infections, in combination with certain antibiotics.
- When used alone, it is associated with few adverse effects, mainly pain at the injection site and diarrhea.
References
- Petri WA Jr. Penicillins, Cephalosporins, and Other β -Lactam Antibiotics. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1501.
- Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-98.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
- 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. 1293-94.
- Sulbactam.