Manufacturer: Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Cefotaxime(1000mg)
Vial of 2ml Injection
(Inclusive of all taxes)
Ceflen 1000mg Injection fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should use this medicine 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.
Ceflen 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Cefoperazone was 90% bound to serum proteins. The apparent volume of distribution was 10 to 13L. The half-life of the drug varied from 1.6 to 2.4 hours; serum clearance was between 75 and 96 ml/min. Urinary excretion was rapid, but only 15 to 36% of the cefoperazone dose was recovered in the urine.
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 Ceflen
Increased liver enzymes
Allergic reaction
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Diarrhea
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria.
low vitamin K levels.
a decrease in the blood clotting protein prothrombin.
increased risk of bleeding due to clotting disorder.
alcohol intoxication.
inflammation of the large intestine.
liver problems.
Ceflen 1000mg 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.
Consuming alcohol while taking Ceflen 1000mg Injection may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Ceflen 1000mg 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 Ceflen 1000mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
This medication is a cephalosporin antibiotic, prescribed for susceptible infections such as respiratory tract infection, infections of the skin and skin structures, urinary tract infection, pelvic inflammatory disease, endometritis, and other infections.
colitis.
hypoprothrombinemia.
renal/liver disease.
sodium.
dialysis.
disulfiram-like reaction.
liver disease.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Ceflen 1000mg Injection, consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Ceflen 1000mg 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 harder to treat.
Discontinue Ceflen 1000mg 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 does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Ceflen 1000mg Injection as it may cause increased side effects.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. Is Ceflen 1000mg Injection effective?
Ceflen 1000mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Ceflen 1000mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How is Ceflen 1000mg Injection administered?
Ceflen 1000mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Ceflen 1000mg Injection.
Q. Is Ceflen 1000mg Injection bactericidal or bacteriostatic?
Ceflen 1000mg Injection is primarily bactericidal(one which kills the causative organisms) but it may be bacteriostatic (one which slows down the growth of bacteria) also. Its activity depends on the organism, tissue penetration, dosage, and rate of organism multiplication.
Q. How does Ceflen 1000mg Injection act?
Ceflen 1000mg Injection acts by adhering to the proteins synthesized by the bacteria, thereby inhibiting the organisms to develop their protective covering known as cell wall. This kills the bacteria.
Q. Is Ceflen 1000mg Injection bad for the kidneys?
No, Ceflen 1000mg Injection is not bad for the kidneys when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycosides (gentamicin, tobramycin) or other cephalosporins antibiotics, it may increase kidney damage. Therefore, it is advised to take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Can the use of Ceflen 1000mg Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Ceflen 1000mg Injection can cause diarrhea. Ceflen 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic that kills 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. How long does Ceflen 1000mg Injection take to work?
Usually, Ceflen 1000mg Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Ceflen 1000mg Injection?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.
