Manufacturer: Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Cefepime(250mg)
Vial of 1 Injection
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Cepy 250mg 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.
Cefepime is a bactericidal agent that acts by inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis. Cefepime has a broad spectrum of in vitro activity that encompasses a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. Cefepime has a low affinity for chromosomally-encoded beta-lactamases
Cefepime was absorbed rapidly; mean peak times were 1.0-1.6 hours. Pharmacokinetics were linear over the 250-mg to 2000-mg dose range, with mean total body clearance ranging from 125 to 141 mL/min. The peak plasma concentration and area under the curve increased in a dose-proportional manner
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 Cepy
Rash
Itching
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Fever
Diarrhea
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
diarrhea from an infection with Clostridium difficile bacteria.
a decrease in the blood clotting protein prothrombin.
an increased risk of bleeding.
myoclonus, quick and involuntary muscle jerks.
inflammation of the large intestine.
mild to moderate kidney impairment.
seizures.
Cepy 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.
Consuming alcohol with Cepy 250mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Cepy 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 Cepy 250mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Pneumonia.
Complicated and uncomplicated urinary tract infections.
Skin and soft tissue infections.
Complicated intra-abdominal infections (with metronidazole)
Empiric treatment for neutropenic fever.
colitis.
renal dysfunction.
dialysis.
liver disease.
seizure disorders.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Cepy 250mg Injection, consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Cepy 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 Cepy 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.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. How long does Cepy 250mg Injection takes to work?
Usually, Cepy 250mg 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 Cepy 250mg Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Cepy 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 I don't get better after using Cepy 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.
