Manufacturer: Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Cefpirome(1gm)
Cepirom 1gm Injection is commonly used to treat critically ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. The dose will depend on what type of infection you have, where it is in the body, and how serious it is. You should keep taking the injection for as long as you are prescribed, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.
Cefpirome exerts its bactericidal action by inhibiting the activity of transpeptidase enzyme which plays an important role in bacterial cell wall synthesis.
The pharmacokinetic properties of cefpirome are typical of cephalosporins. The drug can be administered by intravenous or intramuscular injection, but is not well absorbed after oral administration. Bioavailability following intramuscular injection exceeds 90%.
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 Cepirom
Rash
Itching
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Fever
Diarrhea
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Cefrom must not be used in pattents with hypersensitivity to antibiotics of the cephalospori ngroup. Cefrom must not be used during pregnancy. Breast feeding should be discontinued during treatment with Cefrom
Cepirom 1gm Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Consuming alcohol with Cepirom 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Information regarding the use of Cepirom 1gm Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Febrile Neutropenia.
Pneumonia - Community-Acquired.
Pneumonia - Hospital-Acquired.
Urinary Tract Infection - Complicated.
Urinary Tract Infection - Uncomplicated.
Urinary Tract Infection in Women - Complicated.
This medicine will 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 undesirable side effects to the doctor promptly.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Cepirom 1gm Injection, consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Cepirom 1gm 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 Cepirom 1gm 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.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Cepirom 1gm 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. How long does Cepirom 1gm Injection takes to work?
Usually, Cepirom 1gm Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. Can the use of Cepirom 1gm Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Cepirom 1gm 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.
