Bacterial infections of the lungs & airways (chest or lower resp tract infections); w/ in the abdomen; urinary tract; skin; & blood (septicemia or blood poisoning) in adult & childn >12 yr. Appendicitis complicated by a burst appendix, peritonitis &/or abscess formation in childn <12 yr. In combination w/ an aminoglycosides for bacterial infections in adult & childn >2 yr w/ low WBC counts (neutropenia).
Discontinue use if bleeding manifestations occurred. Possibility of superinfections caused by emergence of resistant organisms. Renal failure. Pregnancy & lactation.
Prolonged t½ w/ probenecid. High doses of heparin, oral anticoagulants or other drugs that may affect the blood coagulation system or thrombocyte function. Prolongation of the neuromuscular blockage of vecuronium. Piperacillin Na: Reduced clearance of MTX.
J01CR05 - piperacillin and beta-lactamase inhibitor ; Belongs to the class of penicillin combinations, including beta-lactamase inhibitors. Used in the systemic treatment of infections.