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C Furo SB 1.5 Injection
Manufactured byHETERO HEALTHCARE LTD
ContainsCefuroxime (1000 mg) + Sulbactam (500 mg)
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Description
C Furo SB 1.5 Injection is a combination medicine which may be used for the treatment of mild to moderate lower respiratory tract infections as well as infections of the skin, blood, urinary tract, etc. caused by bacteria. This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for C Furo SB 1.5 Injection
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for C Furo SB 1.5 Injection
Nausea and Vomiting
Fatigue
Chills
Edema
Diarrhea
Headache
Chest pain
Difficult or painful urination
Shortness of breath
Change in taste
Abdominal pain
Acid or sour stomach
Uses of C Furo SB 1.5 Injection
What is it prescribed for?
Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
This medicine may be used in the treatment of lower respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, etc. caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.
Skin and Skin Structure Infection
This medicine may be used in the treatment of uncomplicated infections of the skin and skin structures caused by bacteria. These infections may include infected wounds, folliculitis, abscesses, cellulitis, ulcers, etc.
Urinary Tract Infection
This medicine may be used in the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections caused by bacteria such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Proteus mirabilis, Escherichia coli, etc.
Bacterial Septicemia
This medicine may be used in the treatment of septicemia, which is an infection of the blood, caused by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Haemophilus influenzae, Escherichia coli, etc.
Bone and Joint infections
This medicine may be used in the treatment of bone and joint infections such as septic arthritis, osteomyelitis, etc. caused by bacteria such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococci and Streptococci species, etc.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The effect of this medicine occurs within 15 to 60 minutes after an intramuscular dose and 2 to 3 minutes after an intravenous dose.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to cefuroxime, sulbactam, beta-lactam antibiotics, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.
General warnings
Electrolyte imbalance
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of electrolyte imbalance since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Close monitoring of electrolyte levels, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Kidney Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Epilepsy
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of epilepsy due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Meningitis
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of meningitis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
Antibiotic therapy will cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora of the large intestine, which may promote the growth of a bacteria called Clostridium difficile and you may experience severe diarrhea as a result. Report any such incidence to the doctor on priority and avoid usage of this combination medicine in these cases.
Drug Resistant
Usage of this medicine 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 are drug-resistant.
Hypersensitivity reactions
This medicine may cause serious and occasionally fatal hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylactic shock in some patients. This risk is especially high in patients with a history of sensitivity to multiple allergens. If an anaphylactic reaction occurs, the treatment should be discontinued immediately and appropriate corrective measures should be undertaken.
Missed Dose
Since this medicine is administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Live cholera vaccine
Amikacin
Furosemide
Probenecid
Chloramphenicol
Ethinyl Estradiol
Disease interactions
Kidney Disease
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Gastrointestinal Disorders
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients having a history of gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis, since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any incidence of severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, blood in stools, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Seizure disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of seizure disorder or a family history of seizures due to the increased risk of recurrent seizures. Therapy should be discontinued if the patient experiences a seizure episode due to this medicine. Appropriate corrective measures and/or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Ferricyanide test
Inform the doctor if you are advised to have this test when you are undergoing treatment with this medicine. This medicine may result in false-negative results for this test. Alternative tests should be used for testing blood glucose based on the clinical condition.
This medicine should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. 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. Report any undesired side effects to the doctor promptly.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Cefuroxime interferes with bacterial cell wall formation. Sulbactam inhibits some chemicals produced by the bacteria and makes the bacteria more sensitive to cefuroxime activity. Their combination thus becomes effective against an extended range of bacteria.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Second generation cephalosporins, Beta-lactamase inhibitors
Schedule
Schedule H
Cefuroxime: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2017 [cited 21 February 2017]. Available from:
Sulbactam - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2018 [cited 19 March 2018]. Available from:
Sulbactam [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2018 [cited 19 March 2018]. Available from:
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Information on this page was last updated on 13 Aug 2019
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