Antibiotic Class

Showing 2 drugs starting with: P

Piperacillin + Tazobactam

Brand: Zosyn (US/EU) / Pipzo (IN) / Piptaz (BD)

Class: Antibiotic

Subclass: Extended-spectrum penicillin + β-lactamase inhibitor

PK: t½ 1 hours | Clearance: renal
Max Dose: 18000 day

severe
AE: Diarrhea, rash, thrombocytopenia, electrolyte imbalance (hypokalemia)

Pyrazinamide

Brand: PZA (global) / Zinamide (IN) / Pyrazide (BD)

Class: Antibiotic

Subclass: Anti-TB (nicotinamide analog)

PK: t½ 9.5 hours | Clearance: hepatic
Max Dose: 2000 day

severe
AE: Hepatotoxicity, hyperuricemia → gout flares, GI upset