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Ceftazidime (INN) (IPA: ) is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. Like other third-generation cephalosporins, it has broad spectrum activity against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. Unlike most third-generation agents, it is active against Pseudomonas aeruginosa, however it has weaker activity against Gram-positive microorganisms and is not used for such infections. Ceftazidime pentahydrate is marketed under various the trade names including Fortum (GSK).
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Cefotaxime, ceftazidime, ceftriaxone, cefepime, cefuroxime, cephalexin, cefazolin....whew finally Got them straight!
Ceptaz - Product information from GlaxoSmithKline, in Portable Document Format (PDF). (ceftazidime for injection)
Fortaz (Ceftazidime for Injection) - Product information for the US brand of this antibiotic, from GlaxoSmithKline. [PDF format]
MedlinePlus: Ceftazidime Injection - Provides information on usage, precautions, side effects and brand names when available. Data provided by various government agencies and health-related organizations.
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