Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for COLY MONAS 1MIU INJ and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Disease Interactions
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for COLY MONAS 1MIU INJ
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Overview
COLY MONAS 1MIU INJ is a Schedule H antibiotic.COLY MONAS 1MIU INJ is composed of: COLISTIMETHATE (1.0 MIU)
Colistimethate is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.Colistimethate is used to treat infections caused by It kills bacteria by destroying the bacterial cell membrane.this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
Usage
COLISTIMETHATE is generally used to treat: Bacterial InfectionFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 9yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Generally considered as Safe
Precautions for COLY MONAS 1MIU INJ and its Constituents
- You should not use colistimethate if you are allergic to it.
- Follow all directions on your prescription label.
- Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Do not give yourself this medicine if you do not understand how to use the injection and properly dispose of needles, IV tubing, and other items used.After mixing colistimethate for injection into a vein (IV infusion), you must use the medicine right away. Do not store for later use.
- After mixing colistimethate for injection into a muscle, you may store the mixture in a refrigerator or at cool room temperature. Do not freeze. Use within 7 days.
- Colistimethate must be given slowly. Your IV infusion may take 3 to 5 minutes to complete.
- Consult your doctor if you have any of the following medical conditions: kidney disease, myasthenia gravis (neuromuscular disease characterized by very weak muscles and unusual tiredness), porphyria (a rare blood pigment disorder that affects skin and other organs) or asthma (difficulty in breathing).
- Caution should be taken in premature and new-born babies as the kidneys are not fully developed or in children younger than 10 years of age who have diarrhea or an infection of the stomach or bowel.
- Do not drive or operate heavy machinery because you may feel sleepy or dizzy while being treated with colistimethate.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking colistimethate as it may worsen the side effects.
- Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Symptoms of Overdosage
COLISTIMETHATE over-dosage can result in: Confusion, Dizziness, Loss Of Coordination, Eyes Jerking Eye Movements, Slurred Speech, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Mood Swings, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Body Difficulty WalkingCommon Side-Effects
COLISTIMETHATE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Hands Tingling, Feet Tingling, Mouth Tingling, Slurred Speech, Dizziness, Spinning Sensation, Abdomen Upset StomachSerious Side-Effects
COLISTIMETHATE : Psychosis, Seizure, Arms Tingling, Legs Tingling, Body Difficulty Walking, Difficulty Breathing, Fever, Blood Or Red Colored UrineRare Side-Effects
COLISTIMETHATE : Clostridium Difficile Infection, Diarrhoea, Abdomen Pain, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Abdomen Stomach CrampsDisease Interactions
COLISTIMETHATE can interfere with: Botulism, Acute Renal Failure, ColitisTechnical Classification
COLISTIMETHATE is categorized as:- INHALED ANTI-INFECTIVES / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
- MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
Available Alternatives for COLY MONAS 1MIU INJ
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
COLICRAFT 1MIU INJ | INR 710 for 1 INJECTION | COLISTIMETHATE 1.0 MIU |
COLINEM 1MIU INJ | INR 845 for 1 INJECTION | COLISTIMETHATE 1.0 MIU |
COLY MONAS 1MIU INJ | INR 911 for 1 INJECTION | COLISTIMETHATE 1.0 MIU |
XYLISTIN 1 MIU INJ | INR 916 for 10 ML INJECTION | COLISTIMETHATE 1.0 MIU |
XYLISTIN 1MIU INJ | INR 1017 for 10 ML INJECTION | COLISTIMETHATE 1 MIU |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
COLISTIMETHATE | COLISTIMETHATE | |
COLISTIN 1 MIU INJ | INR 839 for 1 INJECTION | COLISTIMETHATE 1000000 IU |
COLY MONAS 4.5MILLIONIU INJ | INR 3950 for 1 INJECTION | COLISTIMETHATE 4.5 MILLIONIU |
HARMLESS 125MG SYP | INR 31.5 for 30 ML SYRUP | COLISTIMETHATE 125.0 MG |
REMERGIN 1ML INJ | INR 952 for 1 INJECTION | COLISTIMETHATE 10.0 MIU |
UNILISTIN FORTE INJ | INR 1328.58 for 1 ML INJECTION | COLISTIMETHATE 2.0 MILLIONIU |
XYLISTIN 4.5MIU INJ | INR 4150 for 10 ML INJECTION | COLISTIMETHATE 4.5 MILLIONIU |
ZOLINEG 10 MIU INJ | INR 950 for 1 INJECTION | COLISTIMETHATE 10.0 MIU |
ZOMBISTIN FORTE 2MIU INJ | INR 1987.5 for 1 IU INJECTION | COLISTIMETHATE 2.0 MILLIONIU |