Tazicef

Generic name:ceftazidime (injection) [ sef-TAY-zi-deem ]
Brand names: Fortaz, Tazicef
Drug class:Third generation cephalosporins

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Nov 10, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is ceftazidime?

Ceftazidime is a cephalosporin (SEF a low spor in) antibiotic that is used to treat many kinds of bacterial infections, including severe or life-threatening forms.

Ceftazidime may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Ceftazidime can cause serious or life-threatening allergic reactions. Tell your doctor if you have an allergy to an antibiotic, especially penicillin.

Before taking this medicine

Ceftazidime can cause serious or life-threatening allergic reactions. You should not use Tazicef if you have ever had a severe allergic reaction to an antibiotic, such as:

• cefadroxil, cefdinir, cefoxitin, cefprozil, ceftriaxone, cefuroxime, cephalexin, Keflex, Omnicef, and others;

• avibactam, relebactam, sulbactam, tazobactam, vaborbactam, and others; or

• amoxicillin (Amoxil, Augmentin, Moxatag), ampicillin, dicloxacillin, oxacillin, penicillin, and others.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• an allergy to any drug (especially penicillin);

• kidney disease;

• liver disease;

• bleeding problems; or

• if you are malnourished.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How is ceftazidime given?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Ceftazidime is injected into a vein.

If you use this medicine at home, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand how to use an injection.

Prepare an injection only when you are ready to give it. Call your pharmacist if the medicine ...