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Zocef 1.5 GM Injection

Manufactured byAlkem Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsCefuroxime
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Zocef 1.5 GM Injection is a cephalosporin antibiotic medicine that contains cefuroxime as an active ingredient. It is used to treat bacterial infections affecting the lungs, nose, throat, ears, skin and urinary tract (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 injection stops the growth of or kills the bacteria that cause infection. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses. Zocef 1.5 GM Injection can cause side effects like pain at the injection site, headache, weakness, dizziness and diarrhoea. Avoid driving or operating machines after taking this medicine as it can affect your concentration. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. It should only be used to treat or prevent infections that are caused by bacteria. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended that you finish the entire course of treatment. Zocef 1.5 GM Injection may not be suitable for all people. Hence, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver problems and also let your doctor know the medications you are using. Before receiving this injection inform your doctor if you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Zocef 1.5 GM Injection

Ceroxim I 1.5 GM Injection
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Zocef 1.5 GM Injection

Diarrhoea

Chills

Headache

Dizziness

Difficult or painful urination

Shortness of breath

Change in taste

Stomach pain

Acid or sour stomach

Pain at the injection site

Uses of Zocef 1.5 GM Injection

What is it prescribed for?

Lung infections

Zocef 1.5 GM Injection is used to treat the following lung infections caused by bacteria: 1. Pneumonia is an infection of the air sacs in the lungs (either single or both lungs). It can be bacterial and viral. 2. Bronchitis is the swelling and irritation of bronchial tubes that causes obstruction to air passage in your lungs.

Skin and soft tissue infections

Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade the skin and its supporting structures. Zocef 1.5 GM Injection is used to treat all skin infections including abscess caused by bacteria.

Bacterial septicemia

Bacterial septicemia is an infection of the blood caused by bacteria. In this infection, the immune system releases a lot of chemicals into your blood. They can cause severe organ damage. Zocef 1.5 GM Injection is used for the treatment of bacterial septicemia.

Bone and Joint infections

These are infections that 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. Zocef 1.5 GM Injection is used for the treatment of osteomyelitis and septic arthritis caused by bacteria.

Urinary tract infections

An infection in any part of your urinary system (kidneys, bladder, ureters, or urethra) is called a urinary tract infection (UTI). UTIs can occur as complicated, where the bacteria are resistant to several antibiotics or uncomplicated, where the cause of infection is not known. Zocef 1.5 GM Injection is used to treat complicated and uncomplicated urinary tract infections caused by bacteria.

Gonorrhoea

Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by Neisseria gonorrhoea bacteria that infects both men and women. It spreads through vaginal, oral, and anal sex, particularly when no protection is used. Zocef 1.5 GM Injection is used to treat the gonococcal infection.

Intraabdominal infection

Intra-abdominal infection (IAI) describes a number of infections. It includes: 1. peritonitis (swelling of the peritoneum-lining of the abdominal wall) 2. pancreatitis (swelling of the pancreas- an organ located behind the lower part of the stomach) 3. diverticulitis (swelling of diverticula- one or more small pouches in the intestine) 4. cholecystitis (swelling of the gallbladder-a small digestive organ that sits just under the liver) 5. cholangitis (swelling of the bile duct system). Zocef 1.5 GM Injection is used to treat infections occurring within the abdomen caused by bacteria.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

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

    The effect of Zocef 1.5 GM Injection starts immediately after the administration.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The effect of the Zocef 1.5 GM Injection lasts for an average duration of 8 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 Zocef 1.5 GM Injection.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Zocef 1.5 GM Injection may be safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to harm your foetus. However, your doctor may prescribe this injection if the benefits for you outweigh the risks to your foetus.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Zocef 1.5 GM Injection may be safe to use during breastfeeding. It enters into breast milk in low amounts. However, your doctor may prescribe this injection if the benefits for you outweigh the risks to your infant. If received, the baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.

Allergy

Avoid receiving Zocef 1.5 GM Injection if you are allergic to it. 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 difficulty, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Zocef 1.5 GM Injection may be safe in pregnancy to treat bacterial infections. It is not known to harm your foetus. However, your doctor may prescribe this injection if the benefits for you outweigh the risks to your foetus.

Breast-feeding

Zocef 1.5 GM Injection may be safe to use during breastfeeding. It enters into breast milk in low amounts. However, your doctor may prescribe this injection if the benefits for you outweigh the risks to your infant. If received, the baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.

General warnings

Diarrhoea

Zocef 1.5 GM 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.

Antibiotic resistance

The entire course of treatment with Zocef 1.5 GM Injection should be completed, even if the condition gets better after receiving few doses, due to the chances of antibiotic resistance (a condition where microbes evolve mechanisms that protect them from the effects of antibiotics).

Missed Dose

Since Zocef 1.5 GM 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 Zocef 1.5 GM Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low.
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

Cholera Vaccine

Furosemide

Probenecid

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Colitis

Zocef 1.5 GM Injection can kill the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and lead to diarrhoea. Therefore, use Zocef 1.5 GM Injection with extreme caution if you have any gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis (swelling of the inner lining of the colon), since it may worsen these conditions.

Liver disease

Zocef 1.5 GM Injection may increase liver enzyme levels and cause liver swelling. If you have liver problems, you need special consideration while taking Zocef 1.5 GM Injection due to the risk of liver damage. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this injection and may closely monitor your liver functioning if required, based on your clinical condition.

Seizure disorders

Use Zocef 1.5 GM Injection with caution if you have seizures or fits because it can trigger or worsen the condition. Seizure medicines should be continued by consulting your doctor. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this injection if required, based on your clinical condition.

Kidney diseases

Zocef 1.5 GM Injection is filtered by the kidney and excreted through urine. If you have kidney problems, Zocef 1.5 GM Injection may accumulate and lead to kidney damage. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this injection and may closely monitor your kidney functioning if required, based on your 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.
Zocef 1.5 GM Injection should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Report any undesirable side effects to the doctor promptly. The entire course of treatment with Zocef 1.5 GM Injection should be completed, even if the condition gets better after receiving few doses, due to the chances of antibiotic resistance (a condition where microbes evolve mechanisms that protect them from the effects of antibiotics).

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Zocef 1.5 GM Injection works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell walls. This helps in stopping the growth and multiplication of the bacteria, eventually killing them.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Second generation cephalosporins, Antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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