Cefuroxime Injection

Cefuroxime Injection – it comes under the branding Spincef-1.5. it belongs to the groups of antibiotics that help in preventing a wide range of bacterial infections like urinary tract infections (UTI), Mild to moderate lower respiratory tract infections (bronchitis), severe lower respiratory tract infections (pneumonia), pyelonephritis (kidney inflammation due to the bacterial infection), uncomplicated gonorrhea (sexually transmitted infection), Lyme disease (caused due to biting of infected black-legged tick insect) in adults.

It is also effective in infections of the lungs (e.g. pneumonia), ear, throat, nasal sinus, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery. Cefuroxime Injection is a versatile antibiotic medicine that kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better.

Uses of Ceftriaxone Injection 

This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as cephalosporin antibiotics which works by stopping the growth of bacteria. The doctor recommended your dose according to your health condition so do not stop taking your course without informing your doctor.  You can use it in the following infection like.

• respiratory tract infections.
• Pyelonephritis.
• sexually transmitted infection.
• urinary tract infections.
• Lyme disease.

Direction to Use

• This medication is given by injection into a muscle or vein as directed by your doctor, usually every 8 hours.
• The dose totally depends on your health condition or your problems so do not advise your dose to others.
• Read all instructions that are given on your medication.
• Do Not use expired medicine.
• Don’t skip or stop your dose until your doctor tells you to.
• Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place.
• Keep away from sunlight.
• Keep it away from children.

Side Effects of Ceftriaxone Injection

Some mild 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.

• Increased liver enzymes
• Dizziness
• Stomach upset
• Rash
• Pain at the injection site
• Allergy reaction

Precaution

• This medication contains many ingredients which can cause allergic reactions.
• Discuss all your medical history with your doctor about kidney, liver, heart, and stomach diseases.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant because it can have some effect on your health.
•  If you are a breastfeeding mother then tell the doctor because This medication passes into breast milk in small amounts.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can this medicine be given to pregnant women?

Yes, it is safe during pregnancy but after being prescribed.

Can driving be safe after taking it?

Not relevant, it may be a cause of dizziness so no studies on the effects on the ability to drive.

Can it be safe for children?

Yes, you can be given safely to your children and provided a dose prescribed by a child specialist.

Can alcohol be safe with it?

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with this medicine because alcohol and smoking make it less effective.