Qistin 1 Miu Injection
 
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Questus Pharma
 
SALT COMPOSITION
Colistimethate sodium Inj 1 MIU
 
STORAGE
Store below 30°C

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Qistin 1 MIU Injection 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.

Qistin 1 MIU Injection 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.

USES OF QISTIN INJECTION

·         Severe bacterial infections

SIDE EFFECTS OF QISTIN INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Qistin

·         Slurred speech

·         Upset stomach

·         Dizziness

·         Gastrointestinal disturbance

·         Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)

·         Vertigo

·         Rash

·         Fever

·         Generalized itching

·         Red spots or bumps

·         Increased blood urea nitrogen

·         Increased creatinine level in blood

·         Decreased creatinine clearance

·         Respiratory distress

·         Apnea (absence of breathing)

·         Renal toxicity

·         Decreased urinary volume

HOW TO USE QISTIN INJECTION

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

HOW QISTIN INJECTION WORKS

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

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

SAFE

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

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Qistin 1 MIU Injection 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

Driving

UNSAFE

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

Kidney

CAUTION

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

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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