Ceftazidime injection is used to treat many kinds of bacterial infections, including severe or life-threatening forms.

Ceftazidime is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Major & minor side effects for Ceftazidime

• Abdominal pain
• Bloating
• Diarrhea
• Fever
• Swelling and redness at the injection site
• White patches in the mouth or on the tongue
• Dizziness
• Fast heartbeat
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Yellow colored eyes or skin

Avoid if you have a known allergy to Ceftazidime or Beta-lactam Antibiotics like penicillins and cephalosporins. 

Usage of Ceftazidime without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided.

Avoid if you experience severe diarrhea after receiving Ceftazidime. 

Use with caution if you have a preexisting kidney disease. 

Ceftazidime may increase the risk of serious adverse effects like encephalopathy, seizures, and nonconvulsive status epilepticus.