Ceftolozane and tazobactam
Generic name: ceftolozane and tazobactam [ sef-TOL-oh-zane-and-TAZ-oh-BAK-tam ]
Brand name: Zerbaxa
Dosage form: intravenous powder for injection (1 g-0.5 g)
Drug class:Cephalosporins / beta-lactamase inhibitors
What is ceftolozane and tazobactam?
Ceftolozane and tazobactam is a combination antibiotic that is used to treat certain bacterial infections of the lungs, stomach, or urinary tract.
Ceftolozane and tazobactam is sometimes given in combination with another antibiotic medicine.
Ceftolozane and tazobactam may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use ceftolozane and tazobactam if you are allergic to ceftolozane or tazobactam, or if you are allergic to similar antibiotics, such as:
penicillin antibiotics--amoxicillin, ampicillin, dicloxacillin, oxacillin, penicillin, ticarcillin, Amoxil, Moxatag, Augmentin, Principen, and others; or
cephalosporin antibiotics--cefdinir, cefprozil, cefuroxime, cephalexin, Ceftin, Cefzil, Keflex, Omnicef, and others.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis).
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How is ceftolozane and tazobactam given?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed. This medicine is sometimes given for up to 14 days, depending on the type of infection being treated.
Ceftolozane and tazobactam is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give your first dose and may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don...
