Fortacef 1 gm Injection belongs to a class of drugs called antibiotics used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, brain, bones and joints, ears, throat, skin, and soft tissue. Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Fortacef 1 gm Injection does not work against infections caused by the virus.

Fortacef 1 gm Injection contains Ceftazidime, an antibiotic that works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damaging the bacterial cell wall and killing bacteria.

Fortacef 1 gm Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience redness and swelling along with a vein, red raised skin rash, which may be itchy, burning, painful, inflammation, or swelling at the site of injection or diarrhea. Most of these side effects of Fortacef 1 gm Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Fortacef 1 gm Injection or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Fortacef 1 gm Injection. Drive only if you are alert as Fortacef 1 gm Injection may cause dizziness. If you are on a controlled sodium diet, inform your doctor before taking Fortacef 1 gm Injection. If you have a widespread rash with peeling skin and blisters, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of Stevens-Johnson syndrome.

Fortacef 1 gm Injection contains Ceftazidime, a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, brain, bones and joints, ears, throat, skin and soft tissue. Fortacef 1 gm Injection interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria. Additionally, Fortacef 1 gm Injection may be used to treat fever due to bacterial infections in patients with low white blood cells count and also to prevent bacterial infections in men during prostate surgery.

• Redness and swelling along a vein
• Burning, pain, inflammation or swelling at the site of injection
• Red raised skin rash which may be itchy
• Diarrhoea

If you are allergic to Fortacef 1 gm Injection or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney problems or diabetes, inform your doctor before taking Fortacef 1 gm Injection. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Fortacef 1 gm Injection. Fortacef 1 gm Injection may interact with certain tests such as glucose (sugar) in urine and coomb’s test (blood test), resulting in unusual results. Therefore, inform the lab technician that you are taking Fortacef 1 gm Injection before undergoing any tests. If you are on a controlled sodium diet, inform your doctor before taking Fortacef 1 gm Injection. If you have a widespread rash with peeling skin and blisters, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Drive only if you are alert as Fortacef 1 gm Injection may cause dizziness. You are recommended to complete the full course of Fortacef 1 gm Injection as prescribed by your doctor for effective results.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Fortacef 1 gm Injection may interact with antibiotics (chloramphenicol, tobramycin, gentamicin) and water tablets (furosemide).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have kidney problems or diabetes, inform your doctor before taking Fortacef 1 gm Injection.

• CHLORAMPHENICOL
• TOBRAMYCIN
• GENTAMICIN
• FUROSEMIDE

• Take probiotics after completing the full course of Fortacef 1 gm Injection to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Certain fermented foods like cheese, yogurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help to restore the good bacteria of the intestine.
• Include fiber-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Thus, fiber-rich foods may help restore healthy gut bacteria after a course of antibiotics. Whole grains such as whole-grain bread and brown rice should be included in your diet.
• Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids every day while you are taking Fortacef 1 gm Injection.
• Avoid alcohol consumption as it may increase adverse effects.

• Regular kidney function tests are recommended, especially in patients with kidney problems while taking Fortacef 1 gm Injection so that the dose may be adjusted accordingly.
• If you are about to undergo any blood or urine tests, inform your doctor that you are taking Fortacef 1 gm Injection as it may interfere with these tests.

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes, namely spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Appropriate tests are done to identify bacterial strains and based on the results, proper medication is prescribed. Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, and tiredness.