Zocef 250 Injection
Manufacturer:
alkem laboratories ltd
Salt Composition: Cefuroxime (250mg)
Action Class: Second-Generation Cephalosporins
Uses
Treatment of Bacterial infections
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- SKU: zocef-250-injection-490728
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Product Description
Zocef 250 Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (e.g. pneumonia), ear, throat, nasal sinus, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery. Zocef 250 Injection is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should use this medicine regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, vomiting, diarrhea, increased liver enzymes, and nausea. Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics, and if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Key Benefits
In Treatment of Bacterial infectionsZocef 250 Injection is a versatile antibiotic medicine that kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones, joints, skin and soft tissues. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Side Effects
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 :
Rash
Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Increased liver enzymes
Nausea
Injection site reaction
Diarrhea
Common Side Effects :
Rash
Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Increased liver enzymes
Nausea
Injection site reaction
Diarrhea
How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How It Works
Zocef 250 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.
Alternate Brands
No alternate brands found for this medicine.
Safety Information & Precautions
Alcohol:
Consuming alcohol with Zocef 250 Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy:
Zocef 250 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.
Breastfeeding:
Zocef 250 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 Zocef 250 Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving:
Not relevant, as Zocef 250 Injection is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney:
There is limited information available on the use of Zocef 250 Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:
There is limited information available on the use of Zocef 250 Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Consuming alcohol with Zocef 250 Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy:
Zocef 250 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.
Breastfeeding:
Zocef 250 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 Zocef 250 Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving:
Not relevant, as Zocef 250 Injection is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney:
There is limited information available on the use of Zocef 250 Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:
There is limited information available on the use of Zocef 250 Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Zocef 250 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 come back and harder to treat.
Discontinue Zocef 250 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 does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Your doctor has prescribed Zocef 250 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 come back and harder to treat.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Zocef 250 Injection as it may cause increased side effects.
Discontinue Zocef 250 Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Discontinue Zocef 250 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 does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Your doctor has prescribed Zocef 250 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 come back and harder to treat.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Zocef 250 Injection as it may cause increased side effects.
Discontinue Zocef 250 Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Zocef 250 Injection, consult your doctor.
