Ceftazidime and avibactam Intravenous and Zemplar

• Generic Name: avibactam / ceftazidime
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Avycaz

Ceftazidime and avibactam combination injection is used alone or together with other medicines (eg, metronidazole) to treat infections in many different parts of the body (eg, stomach, kidneys). It is also used to treat hospital-acquired bacterial pneumonia and ventilator-associated bacterial pneumonia (HABP/VABP).

Ceftazidime and avibactam combination injection belongs to the class of medicines known as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, ceftazidime and avibactam will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Ceftazidime and avibactam is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: paricalcitol
• Dosage Forms: capsule, liquid filled
• Other Brand Names: Zemplar

Zemplar (paricalcitol) is a synthetic (man-made) form of vitamin D. Vitamin D is important for the absorption of calcium from the stomach and for the functioning of calcium in the body.

Zemplar is used to treat or prevent overactive parathyroid gland (hyperparathyroidism) in people with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis.

Zemplar oral capsules are for use in adults and children at least 10 years old. The injection is for use in adults and children at least 5 years old.