Microtaz 4000 mg/500 mg Injection

Microtaz 4000 mg/500 mg Injection is a prescription antibiotic used to treat a wide range of serious bacterial infections. It contains two active ingredients: Piperacillin (4000 mg), a penicillin-type antibiotic, and Tazobactum (500 mg), a beta-lactamase inhibitor. This powerful combination works by killing infection-causing bacteria and protecting the antibiotic from being destroyed by resistant bacteria. Microtaz is commonly administered in hospitals to treat infections in the lungs, abdomen, urinary tract, skin, and blood.

Uses of Microtaz 4000 mg/500 mg Injection

Microtaz 4000 mg/500 mg Injection is prescribed to treat:

• Lower respiratory tract infections, such as pneumonia
• Urinary tract infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections
• Intra-abdominal infections
• Septicemia (blood infections)
• Post-surgical or hospital-acquired infections

How Microtaz 4000 mg/500 mg Injection Works

Microtaz combines Piperacillin, which kills bacteria by preventing them from building their protective cell walls, with Tazobactum, which blocks bacterial enzymes that destroy antibiotics. Together, they effectively fight a wide variety of bacteria, including resistant strains, helping to clear infections quickly and effectively.

Benefits of Microtaz 4000 mg/500 mg Injection

• Broad-spectrum action against many types of bacteria
• Effective in treating serious and hospital-acquired infections
• Combination helps prevent antibiotic resistance
• Used in critical care for faster recovery
• Trusted treatment in both adults and children

How to Take Microtaz 4000 mg/500 mg Injection

Microtaz should only be given by a trained healthcare professional through intravenous infusion. The dose and frequency will be decided by your doctor based on the type and severity of the infection, as well as your age, weight, and kidney function. Do not skip doses and always complete the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better.

Side Effects of Microtaz 4000 mg/500 mg Injection

Common side effects include:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea or vomiting
• Skin rash or itching
• Pain or swelling at the injection site

Severe side effects (seek immediate help):

• Severe allergic reactions (swelling, difficulty breathing)
• Persistent diarrhea or signs of intestinal infection
• Changes in liver or kidney function
• Abnormal blood cell counts

Safety Advice

• Use only under doctor’s supervision
• Tell your doctor if you're allergic to penicillin or cephalosporins
• Monitor kidney and liver health if used for a long time
• Inform your doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding
• Complete the full antibiotic course
• Store in a cool, dry place and keep away from children

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Microtaz 4000 mg/500 mg Injection used for?

A: Microtaz is used to treat serious bacterial infections like pneumonia, skin infections, urinary tract infections, and abdominal infections.

Q: How is Microtaz Injection given?

A: It is administered by a doctor or nurse as an intravenous infusion in a hospital or clinic setting.

Q: Can Microtaz be used during pregnancy?

A: It should only be used if clearly needed and prescribed by your doctor. Discuss all risks and benefits before starting the medicine.

Q: What are the side effects of Microtaz Injection?

A: Common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, and rash. Serious effects like allergic reactions are rare but require immediate medical attention.

Q: Can I stop the medication if I feel better?

A: No, always complete the full course prescribed by your doctor to avoid antibiotic resistance and recurrence of the infection.