Xylistin 4.5MIU Injection

Xylistin 4.5MIU Injection contains the active ingredient Colistimethate Sodium, an antibiotic belonging to the polymyxin class of medicines. It is prescribed to treat specific bacterial infections, particularly when other antibiotics are ineffective or unsuitable. In some cases, this medicine is administered by inhalation to manage chronic lung infections in patients with cystic fibrosis, especially when the infection is caused by the bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Do not use Xylistin 4.5MIU Injection if you are allergic to Colistimethate Sodium, Colistin, or any other ingredients present in this medicine. Before starting treatment, inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, myasthenia gravis (a condition that causes muscle weakness), porphyria (a group of disorders resulting from the build-up of porphyrins involved in haemoglobin production), or asthma. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant during the course of treatment.

Severe allergic reactions may occur in some individuals, even after the first dose of Xylistin 4.5MIU Injection. Symptoms may include the sudden appearance of a rash, swelling of the face, tongue, or throat, and difficulty breathing. If you notice any signs of a serious allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention without delay.

Do not discontinue treatment with Xylistin 4.5MIU Injection without consulting your doctor, even if your symptoms improve. Your healthcare provider will determine the appropriate duration of therapy based on the type and severity of your infection.

To treat certain bacterial infections

Xylistin 4.5MIU Injection, a polypeptide antibiotic, penetrates and disrupts the bacterial cell membrane of susceptible strains of aerobic gram-negative bacteria. It works by killing bacteria.

A doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic setting will give it to you. Depending on the reason, the drug may be given by fast or slow injection into a vein. Do not self-administer the injection. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the treatment based on your disease severity, body weight, and other factors.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common Numbness or tingling Dizziness or loss of balance Changes in blood pressure Slurred speech Vision problems Confusion and mental problems Serious Breathing difficulty Respiratory tract paralysis Diarrhea Kidney damage

This medicine may cause kidney damage; your doctor will perform routine kidney function test to monitor the safety of this medicine. This medicine may make you feel dizzy or cause numbness and tingling in your hands and feet. Do not drive or operate heavy machines while taking this medicine. Tell your doctor immediately if you have severe, continuous, or bloody diarrhea. Sometimes injection site reactions, including itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin, may occur.