Viatran 1.5 gm Injection

Product Description

1. Technical Specifications

2. Product Description

Viatran 1.5 gm Injection combines Cefoperazone, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic, with Sulbactam, a -lactamase inhibitor. Cefoperazone disrupts bacterial cell-wall synthesis, while Sulbactam protects it from degradation by bacterial enzymes, boosting its efficacy. This makes Viatran effective against a broad array of bacteria, including those resistant to earlier antibiotics. It is typically administered in hospital settings.

3. Product Highlights

4. Therapeutic Uses

Viatran is indicated for treating serious infections such as:

• Respiratory tract infections (e.g., pneumonia, bronchitis)

• Urinary tract infections (e.g., pyelonephritis)

• Skin and soft tissue infections

• Bone and joint infections (e.g., osteomyelitis)

• Intra-abdominal infections including peritonitis

• Sepsis (bloodstream infections)

• Gynecological and biliary tract infections

• Meningitis (in selected cases with clinical judgment)

The combination is especially useful in cases where bacterial resistance is suspected.

5. Side Effects

Common:

• Gastrointestinal upsetnausea, diarrhea

• Local pain or irritation at injection site

• Rash, skin irritation

• Mild elevation of liver enzymes

Serious (less common):

• Allergic reactions (rash, itching, anaphylaxis)

• Clostridium difficileassociated diarrhea due to gut flora alteration

• Bleeding due to potential vitamin K interference

• Blood count abnormalities (rare anemia or neutropenia)

6. Precautions

• Use only under medical supervisionadministration by a healthcare professional is required.

• Avoid in patients with known allergy to cephalosporins or penicillins.

• Use cautiously in renal or hepatic impairmentmonitor organ function.

• Can interact with anticoagulants and aminoglycosidesmonitor for bleeding or kidney toxicity.

• May cause false-positive results on Coombs or glucose urine testsinform labs accordingly.

• Alcohol can trigger a disulfiram-like reaction; avoid alcohol during treatment.

• Pregnancy & Breastfeeding: Generally considered safe, but consult physician before use.

• Complete the full course as prescribed to prevent bacterial resistance.