What is Colistin sulphate?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: Colistin sulphateBrand:
Colistin (colestimethate) is an antibiotic that is used to treat infections that are resistant to other antibacterial agents. It is used as a nebulized inhalant for the prevention of Pseudomonas respiratory tract infections in immunocompromised and chronically ill patients.
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How do members experience Colistin sulphate?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cystic fibrosis | 11 | 6 | |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection | 5 | 4 | |
| Lung transplant | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Decreased appetite | 1 | |
| Dizziness | 1 | |
| Feeling of insides shaking | 1 | |
| Head pain | 1 | |
| Heart palpitations | 1 | |
| Itching | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 0 | |
| None | 5 |
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