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Does piperacillin/tazobactam injection have side effects?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy

Piperacillin/tazobactam pharmacy bulk vial, once mixed and injected, may lead to many side effects. Side effects may include:

  • nausea
  • headache
  • insomnia
  • constipation or diarrhea
  • irritation at the injection site

Tell your doctor if you have:

  • chest pain
  • difficulty breathing
  • hypertension
  • allergic reaction and irregular heartbeat
  • fever
  • anxiety
  • fatigue

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