₨ 250.00
MBBS
Benzone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Cefoperazone
- Manufactured by : Benson Pharmaceuticals
- Drug Strength : 1 gm
- Drug Form : Injection
- Pack Size : 1 vial
- Product SKU : pg_2588_3433
Benzone Injection contains Cefoperazone | belongs to Cephalosporin
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How it works
Benzone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial works by interfering with the bacterial cell wall formation and thus stops the growth of bacteria.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Benzone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial
- Hypersensitivity severe
- Seizures severe
- Pseudomembranous colitis severe
- Diarrhea
- Nausea and vomiting
- Itching or rash
- Unusual bleeding severe
- Neutropenia severe
- Pain at the injection site
- Injection site Thrombophlebitis
- Superinfection
Uses of Benzone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial
What is it prescribed for?
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Respiratory Tract Infection
This medicine is used in the treatment of respiratory tract infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella species, Proteus mirabilis, Enterobacter species, Hemophilus or S.pneumoniae.
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Urinary Tract Infection
This medicine is used in the treatment of urinary tract infections caused by Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
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Bacterial Septicemia
This medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial septicemia caused by S.pneumoniae, E.coli, and Klebsiella species.
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Skin and Skin Structure Infection
This medicine is used in the treatment of skin and skin structure infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus (penicillinase producing and non-penicillinase producing species) and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
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Gynecological infections
This medicine is used in the treatment of gynecological infections like endometriosis or pelvic inflammatory disease caused by E.coli, S. epidermidis, and anaerobic gram-positive cocci.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed rapidly after administration of the dose through the intramuscular (IM) or the intravenous (IV) route.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 12 hours after IM or IV administration.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Use of Benzone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial within 48-72 hours of alcohol ingestion may cause a disulfiram like-reaction. This reaction is characterized by severe vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, palpitations, difficulty in breathing, sweating, and an increased heart rate. Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine and for several days after the therapy has been stopped. Any unusual symptoms should be reported to the doctor on priority.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
Use of this medicine in pregnant women is not recommended unless absolutely necessary. Discuss with the doctor all the potential benefits and risks before receiving this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine may be used in breastfeeding women if necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before receiving this medicine. If the medicine is used, the breastfed infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Benzone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial or any other medicines of the cephalosporin or beta-lactam class of antibiotics.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
Use of this medicine in pregnant women is not recommended unless absolutely necessary. Discuss with the doctor all the potential benefits and risks before receiving this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine may be used in breastfeeding women if necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before receiving this medicine. If the medicine is used, the breastfed infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Benzone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial or any other medicines of the cephalosporin and beta-lactam class of antibiotics. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any allergic symptoms such as a rash; itching; nausea or vomiting; or swelling of the lips, hands, and feet.
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Drug resistance
Usage of Benzone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and may even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug resistant.
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Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea
Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea
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Impaired kidney function
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from any kidney disease. Appropriate dose adjustments are to be made based on CrCl.
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Hepatic/biliary obstruction
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of liver diseases or active liver diseases. Since this medicine is excreted mainly through bile, a hepatic or biliary obstruction may increase the levels of Benzone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial by 2-4 folds. The daily dose should not exceed 4 g for such patients. If a dose of more than 4 g is required, close monitoring of serum concentrations of the medicine and liver function is advised.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already the time for your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already the time for your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already the time for your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one. severe
- Loop diuretics severe
- Anticoagulants severe
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Information not available.
General Instructions
This medicine should be taken under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Inform the doctor if you have a known history of allergy to this medicine. Report to the doctor all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions before receiving this medicine. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking this medicine before the completion of the entire course.
Other details
- Usage does not depend on food timings
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Cefoperazone [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/cefoperazone-611-api [cited 17 september 2019]. 7 Aug 2017
- drugbank.ca - Cefoperazone [Internet]. Available from: https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01329 [cited 17 september 2019]. September 02, 2019 21:50
How to use Benzone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial
IM: Inject deep IM Into large muscle mass. IV: Inject direct IV over 3-5 min. Infuse intermittent infusion over 30 min. IV Detail: pH 4.5-6.5.
Reconstitution: IV: Reconstitute with required amount of diluent. Then further dilute in compatible solution. IM: Reconstitute drug with bacteriostatic water for injection (that contains benzyl alcohol or parabens) or SWFI. After reconstitution, let foam dissipate and inspect the solution to ensure complete dissolution.
Compatibility: Bacteriostatic water for injection, D5LR, D51/4 NS, D5NS, D5W, D10W, LR, NS and SWFI.
Stability: Prior to reconstitution, store at room temperature. Protect from light. Reconstituted and IV infusion in NS or D5W solution are stable for 24 hours at room temperature, 5 days when refrigerated or 3 weeks, when frozen. After freezing, thawed solution is stable for 48 hours at room temperature or ten days when refrigerated.
what are the adverse effects of Benzone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial?
Diarrhoea, rash, decreased neutrophils, haemoglobin, haematocrit, eosinophilia, increased transaminases.
What happens if I miss a dose of Benzone Injection 1 gm 1 Vial?
Adults: 1-2 gm twice daily IM or IV. By IV adult dose may be doubled. Max 9 gm daily in divided doses. Children & Infants: 50-200 mg/kg/day given in two or more administrations. For neonates (less than 8 days), the drug should be given every 12 hr.
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