Tinmax 1Million IU Injection

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Lemford Biotech 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	4.7
User Reviews	741

FAQ

How is Tinmax 1Million IU administered?

Tinmax 1Million IU 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 Tinmax 1Million IU.

What should I tell my doctor before taking Tinmax 1Million IU?

Before taking Tinmax 1Million IU, 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.

What should I tell my doctor before taking Tinmax 1Million IU?

Is Tinmax 1Million IU safe?

Tinmax 1Million IU 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.

How is Tinmax 1Million IU administered?

Who should not use Tinmax 1Million IU?

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

Can I take Tinmax 1Million IU in pregnancy?

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

Can I take Tinmax 1Million IU in pregnancy?

Who should not use Tinmax 1Million IU?

Is Tinmax 1Million IU safe?

Tinmax 1Million IU Injection Reviews

Tinmax 1Million IU 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.

Tinmax 1Million IU 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 Tinmax 1Million IU Injection Works

Tinmax 1Million IU is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by destroying the bacterial cell membrane.

How to Use Tinmax 1Million IU Injection

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

Uses of Tinmax 1Million IU Injection

Severe bacterial infections

Tinmax 1Million IU Injection Side Effects

Safety Tips

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

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

Driving ^UNSAFE

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

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Tinmax 1Million IU 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

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

Alcohol ^SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Tinmax 1Million IU does not cause any harmful side effects.

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

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

Quick Tips

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

References

Colistimethate. Rochester, Michigan: JHP Pharmaceuticals, LLC.; 2013.
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.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).