Pipzo 4.5 g
Pipzo 4.5 g is a injection made by Alkem that contains Piperacillin 4 g + Tazobactam 0.5 g. It combines Piperacillin: antibiotic injection (penicillin) and Tazobactam: antibiotic booster.
| Ingredient (salt) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Piperacillin | 4 g |
| Tazobactam | 0.5 g |
Piperacillin
What it is used for
Treats serious hospital infections; given by drip.
How it works
A broad-spectrum penicillin injection, combined with tazobactam, for serious hospital infections.
How to take it
Given into a vein or muscle by a health professional, usually in hospital.
Common side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Rash
- Nausea
Get medical help straight away if
- Allergic reaction (penicillin allergy)
- Severe diarrhoea
- Bleeding
Be careful
Not if allergic to penicillin.
Other medicines and interactions
Do not use with a penicillin allergy. Raises methotrexate levels; kidney risk with vancomycin.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Used in pregnancy and breastfeeding when needed.
Tazobactam
What it is used for
Protects piperacillin from bacteria that would otherwise destroy it.
How it works
A beta-lactamase blocker that protects piperacillin from bacterial enzymes.
How to take it
Given into a vein or muscle by a health professional, usually in hospital.
Common side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Rash
Get medical help straight away if
- Allergic reaction
- Severe diarrhoea
Be careful
Given by a health professional.
Other medicines and interactions
As for piperacillin.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Used in pregnancy when needed.
Common questions
What is Pipzo 4.5 g?
Pipzo 4.5 g is a injection by Alkem containing Piperacillin 4 g + Tazobactam 0.5 g.
What is Pipzo 4.5 g used for?
Treats serious hospital infections; given by drip. Protects piperacillin from bacteria that would otherwise destroy it.
How should I take Pipzo 4.5 g?
Given into a vein or muscle by a health professional, usually in hospital. Given into a vein or muscle by a health professional, usually in hospital. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.
What are the side effects of Pipzo 4.5 g?
Common side effects include: Diarrhoea, rash, nausea, Diarrhoea, rash. Get medical help straight away for: Allergic reaction (penicillin allergy), severe diarrhoea, bleeding, Allergic reaction, severe diarrhoea.
Does Pipzo 4.5 g need a prescription?
Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.
Can I take Pipzo 4.5 g in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Used in pregnancy and breastfeeding when needed. Used in pregnancy when needed.
What are the substitutes for Pipzo 4.5 g?
We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.
Sources and further reading
- Piperacillin: NHS · MedlinePlus
- Tazobactam: NHS · MedlinePlus
NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.
Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.
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