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InjectionPack Size : 1Ingredients :
Ceftazidime:250mgGeneric
Category : Cephalosporins
CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1
₨ 100.00
Manufactured by:Crown Pharmaceuticals
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient: Ceftazidime
Drug Strength: 250mg
Drug Form : Injection
Pack Size : 1
Does this requires a prescription ?Yes
Ceftazidime:250mg | Cephalosporins
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How it works
CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 is a broad spectrum antibiotic. It works by interfering with the bacterial cell wall synthesis.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1
- Abdominal pain severe
- Bloating severe
- Diarrhea severe
- Fever severe
- Swelling and redness at the injection site severe
- White patches in the mouth or on the tongue severe
- Dizziness rare
- Fast heartbeat rare
- Headache rare
- Skin rash rare
- Yellow colored eyes or skin rare
Uses of CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1
What is it prescribed for?
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Bacterial Meningitis
CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 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.
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Bacterial Septicemia
CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 is used in the treatment of septicemia which is an infection of the blood caused by Staphylococci and Streptococcus pyogenes.
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Intra-abdominal Infection
CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 is used in the treatment of intra-abdominal infections caused by Helicobacter pylori, Staphylococci, and Streptococci.
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Pneumonia
CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 is used in the treatment of pneumonia which is a common type of lung infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae.
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Bone and joint infections
CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 is used in the treatment of bone and joint infections like septic arthritis and osteomyelitis caused by Staphylococci and Streptococci species.
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Pyelonephriits
CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 is used in the treatment of Pyelonephritis which is a type of kidney infection caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 1 hours for an intramuscular injection.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 3 to 6 hours.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
Limited data is available on the use of CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 in pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed when benefits overweigh the risk.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
Small amounts of this medicine is excreted through human breast milk. Use only if clearly needed when benefits overweigh the risk. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea and thrush is necessary.
When not to use?
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Allergy
Avoid if the patient has a known allergy toCEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 or any other Beta-lactam antibiotics like penicillins and cephalosporins.
Warnings
Warnings for special population
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Pregnancy
Limited data is available on the use of CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 in pregnant women. Use only if clearly needed when benefits overweigh the risk.
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Breast-feeding
Small amounts of this medicine is excreted through human breast milk. Use only if clearly needed when benefits overweigh the risk. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea and thrush is necessary.
General Warnings
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Allergy
Avoid if you have a known allergy to CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 or Beta-lactam Antibiotics like penicillins and cephalosporins. Seek immediate medical attention if the patient experiences any allergic symptoms like rash, itching, nausea, vomiting and swelling of lips, hands or feet.
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Drug-resistance
Usage of CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that is drug resistant.
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Clostridium difficile-associated Diarrhea
Avoid if you experience severe diarrhea after receiving CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 . As antibiotic therapy will cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora in the large intestine which promotes the growth of bacteria called clostridium difficile.
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Impaired kidney function
Use with caution if you have a preexisting kidney disease. Appropriate dose adjustments are to be made based of CrCl or eGFR.
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Neurotoxicity
CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 may increase the risk of serious adverse effects like encephalopathy, seizures, and nonconvulsive status epilepticus. These reactions may occur in the patient with impaired kidney function with no proper dose adjustment.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
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.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines
- Amikacin moderate
- Ethinyl Estradiol moderate
- Cholera Vaccine severe
- Furosemide moderate
- Cyclosporine moderate
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severe
The blood concentration of intravenous CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 may increase in the patients suffering from any kidney disease. Suitable dose adjustments are to be made based on the severity of the condition. Frequent monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary.
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moderate
Avoid if you experience severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, and blood in stools after taking CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 . Inform the doctor if you have any gastrointestinal diseases. Drink adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration.
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moderate
Use with caution if you have any seizure disorder or a family history of seizures. Appropriate dose adjustments are to be made if you have a kidney disease. Discontinue if seizure is due to CEFAROWN 250mg Injection 1 . Start with appropriate anticonvulsant medicine if it is clinically indicated.
General Instructions
Make sure that the medicine is dissolved properly. Do not take if any particulate matter is visible. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Do not stop taking before completion of course.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Ceftazidime [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/ceftazidime-50-api [cited 25 september 2019]. 16 Nov 2017
- medlineplus.gov - Ceftazidime [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a686007.html [cited 25 september 2019]. 11 September 2019
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - Ceftazidime [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=112c5457-8d71-49f5-b531-9761d7d38c93#s37 [cited 25 september 2019]. June 6, 2018
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