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Cefazid 500 mg Injection

Manufactured byBiochem Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
ContainsCeftazidime
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Cefazid 500 mg Injection is a cephalosporin antibiotic. It is used to treat bacterial infections affecting the lungs, bone, joint, heart, stomach, intestine, skin, and urinary tract - the kidneys, bladder, ureters, or urethra. It is also used to treat a sexually transmitted infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoea bacteria that infects both men and women. This medicine kills or stops the growth of bacteria causing the infection. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses. Side effects of Cefazid 500 mg Injection are diarrhoea, pain at the injection site, headache, weakness, and dizziness. Do not use this medicine if you are previously allergic to it. It is administered into your vein by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic. Your doctor will determine how much ceftazidime dose you need each day and how often the injections should be given. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Cefazid 500 mg Injection

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Cefazid 500 mg Injection

Stomach pain

Bloating

Diarrhoea

Headache

Swelling and redness at the injection site

White patches in the mouth or on the tongue

Dizziness

Fast heartbeat

Loss of appetite

Skin rash

Uses of Cefazid 500 mg Injection

What is it prescribed for?

Bacterial Meningitis

Bacterial meningitis is an infection of the meninges, the protective layer that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. It starts when bacteria get into your bloodstream and travel to your brain and spinal cord. Cefazid 500 mg Injection is used to treat bacterial meningitis.

Bacterial Septicemia

Bacterial septicemia is an infection of the blood caused by bacteria. In this infection, the immune system that protects you from many illnesses releases a lot of chemicals into your blood. These toxins are carried through the bloodstream to your entire body leading to organ damage. Cefazid 500 mg Injection is used for the treatment of bacterial septicemia.

Intra-abdominal Infection

Intra-abdominal infection (IAI) describes a number of infections. It includes peritonitis (swelling of the peritoneum-lining of the abdominal wall), pancreatitis (swelling of the pancreas- an organ located behind the lower part of the stomach), diverticulitis (swelling of diverticula- one or more small pouches in the intestine), cholecystitis (swelling of the gallbladder-a small digestive organ that sits just under the liver), and cholangitis (swelling of the bile duct system). Cefazid 500 mg Injection is used to treat infections occurring within the abdomen caused by bacteria.

Community-Acquired Pneumonia

Community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) refers to pneumonia (lung infection) that is acquired outside the hospital. CAP can be bacterial or viral. Cefazid 500 mg Injection is used to treat CAP caused by bacteria like Mycoplasma pneumonia, Streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.

Bone and joint infections

Bone and joint infections occur in the bones and joints. Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone and septic arthritis is an infection in a joint. These infections can occur due to a bone/joint injury or through blood by which bacteria, virus, or fungi invade a bone/joint. Cefazid 500 mg Injection is used for the treatment of osteomyelitis and septic arthritis caused by bacteria.

Gonorrhoea

Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Neisseria gonorrhoea bacteria that infects both men and women. It spreads during vaginal, oral or anal sex without a condom or other barrier method. Cefazid 500 mg Injection is used to treat gonococcal infection.

Urinary Tract Infection

An infection in any part of your urinary system- the kidneys, bladder, ureters, or urethra is called urinary tract infections (UTIs). UTIs are the most common infections in humans and woman are at greater risk of getting this infection. UTI's can occur as complicated or uncomplicated urinary tract infections. Complicated UTI's are caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria (the bacteria may become non-responsive to more than one antibiotic) and can occur due to structural and functional abnormalities of the urinary tract. Uncomplicated urinary tract infection is an infection of the urinary tract in a healthy individual with a normal and functional urinary tract and no known reasons to develop a UTI. Cefazid 500 mg Injection is used to treat complicated and uncomplicated urinary tract infections caused by bacteria.

Skin and soft tissue infections

Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade the skin and its supporting structures. Cefazid 500 mg Injection is used to treat all skin infections including abscess caused by bacteria.

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Pelvic inflammatory disease is an infection of the female reproductive organs caused by bacteria like Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoea, etc. In this infection, the bacteria first enter the vagina and move into the pelvic organs- fallopian tubes, ovaries, cervix, and the uterus, causing infection. Cefazid 500 mg Injection is used to treat pelvic inflammatory disease.

Bacterial endocarditis

Bacterial endocarditis is an infection in the inner lining of the heart caused by bacteria. It occurs when bacteria from another part of your body travel through the blood and attach to damaged areas of your heart. Cefazid 500 mg Injection is used to treat bacterial endocarditis.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The effect of ceftazidime starts immediately after the administration. You will start to feel better in 3 to 5 days after receiving this injection.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The effect of ceftazidime lasts for an average duration of approximately 8-12 hours.

  • 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 tendency has been reported for Cefazid 500 mg Injection.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Cefazid 500 mg Injection is may be safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause birth defects when taken by pregnant women. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Cefazid 500 mg Injection is may be safe to use during breastfeeding. It enters into breast milk at low levels. Hence it should only be used if the benefit is greater than the risk of harm to the baby. If used, the baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.

Allergy

Avoid using Cefazid 500 mg Injection if you are previously allergic to it. Some patients may get allergic reactions to this medicine. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Cefazid 500 mg Injection is may be safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to cause birth defects when taken by pregnant women. Hence it is acceptable for use upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

Cefazid 500 mg Injection is may be safe to use during breastfeeding. It enters into breast milk at low levels. Hence it should only be used if the benefit is greater than the risk of harm to the baby. If used, the baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.

General warnings

Allergy

Cefazid 500 mg Injection is likely to cause allergic skin reactions in some people. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, or severe itching/swelling, especially on the face.

Antobiotic resistance

The entire course of treatment with Cefazid 500 mg Injection should be completed, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance.

Diarrhoea

Cefazid 500 mg Injection can cause diarrhoea because it may also kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine. Inform your doctor if you experience severe diarrhoea while receiving this medicine.

Missed Dose

Since Cefazid 500 mg Injection injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose

Since Cefazid 500 mg Injection is administered in the hospital 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

Amikacin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Cholera Vaccine

Furosemide

Cyclosporine

Disease interactions

Impaired kidney function

Cefazid 500 mg Injection is filtered by the kidney and moved out of the body through urine. Patients with kidney diseases need special consideration while using Cefazid 500 mg Injection due to the risk of kidney damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.

Colitis

Cefazid 500 mg Injection can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and leads to diarrhoea. Therefore use this medicine with extreme caution in patients with gastrointestinal (mouth to anus) diseases, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), since it may worsen the patient's condition.

Seizure disorders

Use Cefazid 500 mg Injection with caution in patients with seizures or fits because it can trigger the condition. Seizure medicines should be continued in patients with a known seizure disorder. Dose adjustment for Cefazid 500 mg Injection might be required in some patients.

Impaired liver function

Cefazid 500 mg Injection may increase liver enzyme levels and cause liver swelling. Patients with liver diseases need special consideration while using Cefazid 500 mg Injection due to the risk of liver damage. Dose adjustment should be done based on the clinical condition.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Cefazid 500 mg Injection should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Report any undesirable side effects to the doctor promptly. Your doctor will determine an appropriate ceftazidime dosage based on your clinical condition. Ceftazidime injection price may vary based on the available ceftazidime injection brands.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

Cefazid 500 mg Injection works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell walls. This helps in stopping the growth and multiplication of the microorganism, eventually killing it.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Third generation cephalosporins, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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