Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition : Cefepime(1gm)
Vial of 10ml Injection
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Novapime 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.
Some people may develop side effects like rash, itching, nausea, vomiting, headache, fever, diarrhea, or local redness and swelling at the site of injection. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.
Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it, your doctor may advise blood tests to monitor your kidney function. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor.
Novapime 1gm Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of the lungs (pneumonia) and urinary tract. It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be self-administered.
Between 250 mg and 2 g, cefepime follows a linear pharmacokinetic model, and the absolute bioavailability of cefepime in pediatric patients (n=8) given an intramuscular dose of 50 mg/kg was 82.3%. The average steady-state volume of distribution of cefepime is 18.0 L.
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 Novapime
Rash
Itching
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Fever
Diarrhea
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefepime unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Novapime 1gm 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 Novapime 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Novapime 1gm 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 Novapime 1gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Cefepime injection is used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria including pneumonia, and skin, urinary tract, and kidney infections. Cefepime injection is used in combination with metronidazole (Flagyl) to treat abdominal (stomach area) infections.
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Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Novapime 1gm Injection, consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Novapime 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 Novapime 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. How long does Novapime 1gm Injection takes to work?
Usually, Novapime 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 Novapime 1gm Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Novapime 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.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Novapime 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.
