Cefitron 1000mg Injection
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About Cefitron 1000mg Injection
Cefitron 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic belonging to the cephalosporin group, which is used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain (e.g., meningitis), lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.Cefitron 1000mg Injection may also be used to prevent infections during surgery. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This medicine will be given to you regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the returning or worsening of infection.The most common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, rash, changes in liver function tests and blood cell counts (such as high eosinophil count, decreased white blood cells, and low lood platelets). Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or do not go away.Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
How It Works
Cefitron 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic belonging to the cephalosporin group, which is used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain (e.g., meningitis), lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.Cefitron 1000mg Injection may also be used to prevent infections during surgery. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This medicine will be given to you regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the returning or worsening of infection.The most common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, rash, changes in liver function tests and blood cell counts (such as high eosinophil count, decreased white blood cells, and low lood platelets). Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or do not go away.Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
How to Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
What if you miss a dose?
If you miss a dose of Cefitron 1000mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
Storage
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Composition of Cefitron 1000mg Injection
Uses of Cefitron 1000mg Injection
Key Benefits of Cefitron 1000mg Injection
- In Treatment of Bacterial infections Cefitron 1000mg Injection is the injection form of a versatile antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is often injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side Effects of Cefitron 1000mg Injection
- Diarrhea
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Rash
- Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)
- Decreased white blood cell count
- Low blood platelets
This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Safety Advice for Cefitron 1000mg Injection
Consuming alcohol with Cefitron 1000mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Cefitron 1000mg Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Cefitron 1000mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Cefitron 1000mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Cefitron 1000mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cefitron 1000mg Injection is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Cefitron 1000mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cefitron 1000mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Dose adjustment of Cefitron 1000mg Injection is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
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Authoritative references
- CDSCO (India) — Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation — Indian drug regulator
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare — Government of India health ministry
- WHO Essential Medicines — World Health Organization essential medicines lists
- National Health Portal (India) — Government of India National Health Portal