Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Colistin Injection
Colistin Injection
| Generic name | colistin (colistimethate sodium) |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Antibiotics, Other (polymyxin) |
| Forms | Powder for injection |
Colistin is an antibiotic given by injection to treat serious infections caused by certain gram-negative bacteria. It is often used as a last-resort treatment, including for infections caused by bacteria that are resistant to many other antibiotics.
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