Xylistin

Details

Colistimethate 1miu injection belongs to the category of antibiotics. Various bacterial infections are treated with this injection in hospitals for critical patients. The medication comes in international brand names of Coly-Mycin M, Colobreathe, and an Indian brand name of Xylistin.

How does it work?

Colistin injection belongs to the category of antibiotics that works by killing the bacterial population in the user’s body. These bacteria cause serious infections in the body which is not good for the health of the user. Colobreathe injection is given to fight all types of bacterial infections which gives out the results in less time. The solution of Coly-Mycin M injection has anti-bactericidal properties which kill bacteria and hence help in the treatment.

Measures and Precautions

1. Colistimethate 1miu injection is administered intravenously by an expert healthcare expert under good supervision. The patients having very critical symptoms are treated with this.
2. The doses of Xylistin injection should be taken at the prescribed time only. The duration of consumption is determined by the doctor on the severity of infections and other things.
3. The common side-effects arise during the treatment process. These side-effects are temporary and may go away soon as the body adjusts to the medicine.
4. Consuming alcohol does not have any kind of effect on the treatment of bacterial infections.
5. In pregnancy cases, the consumption is unsafe. As the Xylistin injection is not good for the unborn baby and possess potential risks. If any doctor has prescribed the injection, the potential threats should be carefully examined.
6. Diarrhea is one such side-effect that should not be neglected by the users. The blood may appear in the stools, which should be reported to the doctor on experiencing.
7. The active ingredients of the Colistimethate 1miu injection cause blurred vision which can hamper driving skills of the users. So, it is recommended to not drive while in the consumption of the Xylistin injection.
8. For the users experiencing kidney disorders, the medication should be given with careful examination of the users.
9. The users should tell the doctor about any kind of allergies he or she has.
10. The doses of Colistimethate 1miu Injection are dripped into veins in over 30-40 minutes as prescribed by the doctor.
11. The doctor may give regular blood tests to assess the situation of the users.

Side-effects

Following are the side-effects of the injection:

• Vertigo
• Slurred speech
• Rashes
• Upset stomach
• Dizziness
• Tingling and pricking sensation
• Fever
• Chills
• Blurred vision