Cefeprime 500 MG Injection

Cefeprime 500 MG Injection treats bacterial infections such as pneumonia, skin infections, kidney as well as urinary tract infections. Belonging to the drug group known as cephalosporin antibiotics, Cefeprime 500 MG Injection treats high fever having a greater risk of an infection, due to the low white blood cell count. The medication kills the bacteria, thus preventing the infection from spreading in the body. It is administered by an injection into a vein or a muscle, as instructed by your doctor. It is available in powder form that can be mixed with liquid and also in a pre-mixed liquid form.

Cefeprime 500 MG Injection can cause side effects like headache, diarrhea and pain, redness or swelling in the area where it has been injected. You can wait for the symptoms to go away or consult your doctor if it bothers you. In case of the following serious side effects, seek medical help at once:

• Watery stools with blood, stomach cramps and fever
• Rashes
• Difficulty in swallowing and breathing
• Seizures, confusion or hallucinations
• Signs of liver problem like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite
• Yellowing of your eyes and the skin

In case you are pregnant or planning to be, or a breastfeeding mother, consult your doctor before taking Cefeprime 500 MG Injection.

• Pneumonia

• Pyelonephritis

• Skin And Soft Tissue Infections

• Intra-Abdominal Infections

• Allergy

• Abdominal Pain

• Bleeding Gums

• Convulsions

• Fever

• Headache

• Yellow Colored Eyes Or Skin

• Swelling Of Foot

• Diarrhoea

• Redness Of Skin

• Pain At The Injection Site

• Itching Of Vagina Or Genital Area

• Sore Mouth

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for a duration of about 6 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The top effect of this injection is usually observed in 1 to 2 hours of an intramuscular administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This injection should be avoided by pregnant women, unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using it.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported for this injection.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. It is still suggested to consult a doctor before taking this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Cefeprime 500 MG Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Cepime 500 MG Injection

  Alembic Ltd

• Megapime 500 MG Injection

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Forpar 500 MG Injection

  Cipla Ltd

• Scud 500 MG Injection

  Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

• Ezegalin 75 MG Tablet SR

  Eisai Pharmaceuticals India Ltd

• Missed Dose instructions

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Overdose instructions

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Cefeprime 500 MG Injection belongs to the fourth generation cephalosporins. It works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to the penicillin-binding proteins which would inhibit the growth and multiplication of bacteria.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

• Interaction with Disease

  Impaired Kidney Function

  Cefeprime 500 MG Injection should be avoided in those who suffer from an impaired kidney function or any active kidney disease.

  Colitis

  Avoid if you are suffering from any gastrointestinal diseases such as colitis. Drink plenty amount of water to prevent dehydration.

  Impaired Liver Function

  Do not use this injection if you have any liver disease or a family history of liver disease as it can cause undesired effects.

  Seizure Disorders

  Do not use this injection if you have any seizure disorder or a family history of seizures. A safer alternative of Cefeprime 500 MG Injection should be considered in such a case.

• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Amikacin

  You may experience nausea or vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain, and fluid retention if these medicines are used together. This interaction is more likely to occur if you have a kidney disease. Regular kidney function tests are to be performed and appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Ethinyl Estradiol

  The desired effect of contraceptive pills will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Cholera Vaccine

  You should avoid taking Cholera vaccine for atleast 14 days after taking Cefeprime 500 MG Injection. Usage of other antibiotics and vaccines should be reported to the doctor.

  Furosemide

  You may experience nausea or vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain, and fluid retention if these medicines are used together. This interaction is more likely to occur in the elderly population with preexisting kidney disease. Regular kidney function tests are to be performed and appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.