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Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection 1's

Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection 1's

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Rapid Life Drugs & Healthcare

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection

Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, blood infection, meningitis (inflammation of the brain and spinal cord), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), skin and soft tissue infections, abdominal infections, bone and joint infections, genital tract infections, and endometritis (infection in the uterus).

Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection contains Cefoperazone sodium (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Sulbactam (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefoperazone sodium works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby killing the bacteria. Sulbactam works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Cefoperazone sodium against the bacteria. Together, Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection helps treat bacterial infections.

Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection may cause diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, headache, rash, and injection site reactions. Most of these side effects of Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before starting Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy to any antibiotic, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection to prevent unpleasant side effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections. Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection is a combination of two antibiotics: Cefoperazone sodium (cephalosporin antibiotic) and Sulbactam (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefoperazone sodium works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby killing the bacteria. On the other hand, Sulbactam works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Cefoperazone sodium against the bacteria. Together, Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection helps treat bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, blood infection, meningitis (inflammation of the brain and spinal cord), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), skin and soft tissue infections, abdominal infections, bone and joint infections, genital tract infections, and endometritis (infection in the uterus).

Directions for Use

Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Rash
  • Injection site reactions

Drug Warnings

Do not take Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection if you are allergic to any of its components. Notify your doctor immediately if you experience any allergic reactions after taking Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection to prevent unpleasant side effects. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid the consumption of alcohol or alcoholic beverages.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation in the colon's lining), hypoprothrombinaemia (decreased prothrombin production), dialysis, and kidney or liver dysfunction.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Probiotics should be taken after taking the full course of Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection to restore healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, kombucha, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Whole grains like whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection in fighting off infections.

Special Advise

Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection may cause a false-positive test for glucose in the urine with Benedict's or Fehling's solution. Therefore, inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in the body. These harmful bacteria produce toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with weak immune systems or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection as it may cause flushing, sweating, headache and tachycardia.

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Pregnancy

Caution

If you are pregnant, please consult your doctor; your doctor will prescribe Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection may pass into breastmilk. Therefore, Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection should be administered with caution in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection is safe to be used in children if recommended by a doctor. The dose may vary depending upon the child's weight.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

234-A, Industrial Area, Phase 1 Panchkula - 134113, Haryana, India
Other Info - CEF1488

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FAQs

Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, blood infection, meningitis (inflammation of the brain and spinal cord), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), skin and soft tissue infections, abdominal infections, bone and joint infections, genital tract infections, and endometritis (infection in the uterus).
Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection contains Cefoperazone sodium and Sulbactam. Cefoperazone sodium works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby killing the bacteria. Sulbactam works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of Cefoperazone sodium against the bacteria. Together, Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection helps to treat bacterial infections.
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. If the symptoms worsen while using this medicine, consult your doctor.
Usually, Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take a few days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection may cause Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD). Treatment with antibiotics alters the normal flora leading to overgrowth of Clostridium difficile; this causes diarrhoea. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, stop taking Ceforap-S 1.5 gm Injection and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

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