Key Details for Colistimethate Sodium 4.5 M IU Injection:
- Indication: Used for serious, often hospital-acquired infections (e.g., in the lungs, urinary tract).
- Mechanism: Acts as a detergent on the bacterial cell wall.
- Administration: Typically administered in a hospital setting via intravenous infusion (over 30-60 minutes) or injection, not self-administered.
- Precautions: Requires careful monitoring for kidney function issues (nephrotoxicity) and neurotoxicity.
- Side Effects: Potential, usually temporary side effects include dizziness, rash, fever, paresthesia (tingling), and gastrointestinal upset.
- Storage: Generally supplied as a sterile powder in a vial to be reconstituted.
It is essential that this medication is administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional.