Cefari 250mg (Injection)

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Cefari 250mg Injection works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should not self-administer this medicine. Get the injection regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.



Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Cefari 250mg Injection works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you.29

Pharmacokinets

Pharmacokinetics. Cefadroxil is almost completely absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. After doses of 500 mg and 1 g by mouth, peak plasma concentrations of about 16 and 30 micrograms/ml, respectively, are obtained after 1.5 to 2.0 hours.

Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cefari

Rash

Stomach pain

Nausea

Diarrhea

Vomiting

Indigestion

Contra Indications

DURICEF (cefadroxil) is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to the cephalosporin group of antibiotics.

Special Precautions While Taking

Contraindicated

Pregnancy Related Information

Cefari 250mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Product And Alcohol Interaction

Consuming alcohol with Cefari 250mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Old Age Related Information

Use with caution

Breast Feeding Related Information

Cefari 250mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Avoid prolonged use of Cefari 250mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Children Related Information

Use with caution Below 5years: Contraindicated

Indications

Cefari 250mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the throat, ear, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.

Interactions

Acyclovir The excretion of Acyclovir can be decreased when combined with Cefadroxil.

Adefovir dipivoxil The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Adefovir dipivoxil is combined with Cefadroxil.

Typical Dosage

Oral- Adult-5mg/day. Children (>6yrs) - 5mg/day.

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C

Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Cefari 250mg Injection, consult your doctor.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

Your doctor has prescribed Cefari 250mg Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.

Discontinue Cefari 250mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.

How To Use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

FAQs

Q. Can the use of Cefari 250mg Injection cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Cefari 250mg Injection can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. What if Cefari 250mg Injection doesn't work?

Talk to your doctor if Cefari 250mg Injection doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Cefari 250mg Injection or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Cefari 250mg Injection?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can I stop taking Cefari 250mg Injection when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Cefari 250mg Injection and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. Is Cefari 250mg Injection good for urinary tract infection?

Cefari 250mg Injection is a relatively safe and effective antibiotic that is available for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infection (UTI).

Q. Is Cefari 250mg Injection safe?

Cefari 250mg Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor