- Overview
- Uses
- Benefits
- Side Effect
- How to use
- How It works
- What if you forget to take?
- Safety Advice
- FAQ
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Last Updated On: May 5, 2023
Maxicef-1Gm Inj
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Product Overview
Composition: Cefepime (1000mg)
Maxicef 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe bacterial infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, urinary tract, and blood. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems. However, it will not treat a viral infection. Maxicef 1000mg 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.
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.
Uses
Treatment of Severe bacterial infections
Side Effect
Common side effects:
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Diarrhea
- Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)
- Injection site phlebitis
- Skin rash
- Increased liver enzymes
- Positive Coombs test
- Increased prothrombin time
- Decreased phosphate level in blood
- Increased partial thromboplastin time (PTT)
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How It works
Maxicef 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Safety Advice for Maxicef-1Gm Inj
Pregnancy
Maxicef 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. Consult with your doctor.
Breastfeeding
Maxicef 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 Maxicef 1000mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea
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