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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 23, 2024 | 4:47 PM IST
Swich XP 1000mg Injection is used to treat bacterial infections. It contains Ceftriaxone and Tazobactum which work by damaging the bacterial cell wall and killing bacteria. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, rash, abnormal white blood cells and platelets. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Swich XP 1000mg Injection

Swich XP 1000mg Injection belongs to a class of medication called 'antibiotics' used to treat several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, blood, bones and joints, heart, brain, chest, ears, skin, or soft tissues. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Swich XP 1000mg Injection does not work against infections caused by the virus.

Swich XP 1000mg Injection is a combination of two drugs: Ceftriaxone (antibiotic) and Tazobactum (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Ceftriaxone belongs to the class of antibiotics that works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thereby damaging the bacterial cell wall and killing bacteria. Tazobactum is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that enhances the activity of ceftriaxone and decreases resistance.

You are advised to take Swich XP 1000mg Injection for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhea, rash, or abnormalities with white blood cells and platelets. Most of these side effects of Swich XP 1000mg Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Swich XP 1000mg Injection, penicillins, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection. Drive only if you are alert as Swich XP 1000mg Injection may cause dizziness. You are recommended to complete the full course of Swich XP 1000mg Injection as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. Swich XP 1000mg Injection may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and coomb’s test, giving unusual results. Therefore, inform the doctor that you are taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection before undergoing any tests.

Uses of Swich XP 1000mg Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Swich XP 1000mg Injection is a combination of two drugs: Ceftriaxone (antibiotic) and Tazobactum (beta-lactamase inhibitor) used to treat several bacterial infections. Ceftriaxone is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria. Tazobactum is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that enhances the activity of ceftriaxone and decreases resistance. 

Directions for Use

Swich XP 1000mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Swich XP 1000mg Injection

  • Diarrhoea
  • Rash
  • Raised white blood cells
  • Raised platelets
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Upset stomach
  • Blood clots
  • Dizziness
  • headache
  • a lump where the medicine was injected,
  • Sweating

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Swich XP 1000mg Injection, penicillins, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney or liver problems, diarrhea, hemolytic anemia (reduction in red blood cells that may make your skin pale yellow and cause breathlessness or weakness), kidney or gall stones, or inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection. Drive only if you are alert as Swich XP 1000mg Injection may cause dizziness. You are recommended to complete the full course of Swich XP 1000mg Injection as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. Swich XP 1000mg Injection may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and coomb’s test, giving unusual results. Therefore, inform the doctor that you are taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection before undergoing any tests. If you are on a low-sodium diet or are about to receive calcium-containing products, please inform your doctor before taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Swich XP 1000mg Injection may interact with a blood thinner (heparin), drugs used to lower high uric acid levels (probenecid), neuromuscular blocking agent (vecuronium), anticancer drug (methotrexate), water tablet (furosemide) and antibiotics (chloramphenicol, gentamicin, streptomycin).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have kidney or liver problems, diarrhea, hemolytic anemia (reduction in red blood cells that may cause breathlessness or weakness and make your skin pale yellow), kidney or gall stones, inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • HEPARIN
  • PROBENECID
  • VECURONIUM
  • METHOTREXATE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • GENTAMICIN
  • STREPTOMYCIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take probiotics after completing the full course of Swich XP 1000mg Injection to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yogurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
  • Include fiber-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
  • Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase adverse effects.

Special Advise

  • Regular blood tests are recommended if you take Swich XP 1000mg Injection for a long time to monitor changes in white blood cells, platelets, and liver functioning.
  • If you are about to undergo any blood or urine tests, inform your doctor that you are taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection as it may interfere with urine the est (for sugar) and Coomb’s test results.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes, namely spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, and tiredness. 

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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of Swich XP 1000mg Injection with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Swich XP 1000mg Injection.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Swich XP 1000mg Injection is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Swich XP 1000mg Injection is excreted in human milk. Swich XP 1000mg Injection is given to breastfeeding mothers if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Swich XP 1000mg Injection may cause dizziness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel dizzy after taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection.

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Liver

Caution

Take Swich XP 1000mg Injection with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Swich XP 1000mg Injection with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Swich XP 1000mg Injection is not recommended for premature and new-born babies up to 28 days who has jaundice or certain blood problems. However, Swich XP 1000mg Injection is given to children only if prescribed by a doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.
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FAQs

Swich XP 1000mg Injection is used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, blood, bones and joints, heart, brain, chest, ears, skin, or soft tissues.
Swich XP 1000mg Injection contains Ceftriaxone and Tazobactum. Ceftriaxone is an antibiotic that works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria. Tazobactum is a beta-lactamase inhibitor that enhances the activity of ceftriaxone and decreases resistance.
Swich XP 1000mg Injection may interfere with urine test (for sugar) and Coomb’s test (blood test) giving false-positive results. Therefore, if you are about to undergo any laboratory tests, inform your doctor or lab technician that you are taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection.
You are not recommended to take Swich XP 1000mg Injection with streptomycin as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of kidney damage. However, please consult your doctor before taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection with other medicines to adjust the dose appropriately.
Swich XP 1000mg Injection may cause diarrhoea as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists, worsens or notices blood or mucus in stools, avoid taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection and consult a doctor immediately.
Swich XP 1000mg Injection is not used to treat viral infections. Swich XP 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic which is used to treat only bacterial infections.
Swich XP 1000mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any kidney problems before taking Swich XP 1000mg Injection so that the dose may be adjusted accordingly.
Generally, Swich XP 1000mg Injection starts working soon after taking it, as it is injected directly into the blood stream. However to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better, it may take some days. So, complete the full course of treatment as prescribed by your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you don't get better after finishing the full course of treatment as prescribed by your doctor. Also, inform if your symptoms are getting worse while using Swich XP 1000mg Injection.
The common side effects of Swich XP 1000mg Injection are diarrhoea, rash, raised white blood cells, raised platelets, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, blood clots, dizziness, headache, a lump where the medicine was injected and sweating. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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