Colistimethate

Related terms

Brand Names: U.S.: Coly-Mycin? M
Brand Names: Canada: Coly-Mycin? M

Uses

It is used to treat bacterial infections.
Colistimethate works to harm the bacteria and fight the infection.

Dosing

How to take
Shot:
It is given as a shot into a muscle or vein.
Liquid for breathing in:
You may breathe in this drug from your mouth with a special machine (nebulizer).

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