Cefi 1000 MG Injection

Cefi 1000 MG Injection belongs to the class of medications known as cephalosporin antibiotics, used to cure bacterial infections. It is administered to the patient in the form of an injection. It can treat infections caused by bacteria such as gonorrhea (infection of female reproductive organ), pelvic inflammatory disease and also infections of lungs, skin, blood, bones, joints and abdomen. It is also known to treat urinary tract infection.

This medication comes in the form of powder which is mixed with liquid and then injected intravenously (into a vein) over a period of 30 to 60 minutes. However, sometimes it is also injected into a muscle. It is usually injected as a single dose but multiple times with a gap of 4 to 14 days between doses is also given in some cases.

This medication should always be taken under the guidance of a doctor. There are some other precautions that should be taken. Make sure you do not have any allergy to the ingredients of Cefi 1000 MG Injection. Inform the consulting doctor about any other prescribed medications or dietary supplement that you are consuming in combination with Cefi 1000 MG Injection. Also inform your doctor about any history of liver disease, kidney disease or digestive problems. Cefi 1000 MG Injection should be kept under a cool temperature, away from direct sunlight. It should be kept out of the reach of children and pets.

• Bacterial Meningitis

  Cefi 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of meningitis, which is an inflammation of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord, caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Neisseria meningitidis.

• Bacterial Septicemia

  Cefi 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of septicemia which is an infection of the blood caused by Staphylococci and Streptococcus pyogenes.

• Gonococcal Infection

  Cefi 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of gonococcal infection which is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

• Urinary Tract Infection

  Cefi 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of infections of the urinary tract caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

• Pneumonia

  Cefi 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of community-acquired pneumonia which is a common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae.

• Bone And Joint Infections

  Cefi 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of bone and joint infections like septic arthritis and osteomyelitis caused by Staphylococci and Streptococci species.

• Skin And Structure Infection

  Cefi 1000 MG Injection is used in the treatment of Skin and structure infection like cellulitis, wound infection and cutaneous abscess caused by Streptococcus pyogenes and Staphylococcus aureus.

• Allergy

  This medication should not be used if you have a history of allergy to it.

• Heart Failure

  This medication is not recommended for usage if you suffer from a moderate to severe heart failure.

• Black Or Tarry Stools

• Chest Pain

• Fever

• Difficulty Or Painful Urination

• Sore Throat

• Diarrhoea

• Abdominal Pain

• Dizziness

• Swelling Of Face, Lips, Eyelids, Tongue, Hands And Feet

• Acid Or Sour Stomach

• Change In Taste

• Excessive Air Or Gas In Stomach

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for 24 hours after the initial action has begun.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medication occurs rapidly after being administered in the body.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for use by women who are pregnant or are planning for pregnancy in near future. Doctor consultation is necessary.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for use in women who are breastfeeding. The risk of adverse effect is high in infants and hence the potential benefits and risks should be considered before using this medication.

• Are there any 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.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

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

This medication belongs to the third generation cephalosporins and inhibits the bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin binding proteins which would stop 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.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  This medication is not known to interact with alcohol. However, consultation of doctor is advised.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  This medication should not be used in combination with Amikacin, Cholera Vaccine, Ethinyl Estradiol and Cyclosporine.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  This medication should be used with caution in patients suffering from Colitis or have any history of Seizure disorders.