Cefac

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  • Contains / Salt: Cefoperazone (250 mg) + Sulbactam (250 mg)
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Cefac Information

Cefac is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Other than this, Cefac has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefac. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Cefac are Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Some other side effects of Cefac have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cefac go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Cefac's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Cefac related warnings talks about Cefac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Cefac can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cefac in conditions like Allergy. The section on Cefac contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Cefac may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Cefac is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Cefac Benefits & Uses

Cefac is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefac Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1500 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (1000mg) + Sulbactam (500mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Generally dose are given in 1:1 ratio
Adult
  • Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
Geriatric
  • Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used


Cefac Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefac is used -

Common

  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach Upset

Cefac Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cefac safe for pregnant women?


    Cefac is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Cefac safe during breastfeeding?


    Cefac is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cefac on the Kidneys?


    There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cefac. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Cefac on the Liver?


    In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Cefac on the liver, information on safety of Cefac for liver is unavailable.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Cefac on the Heart?


    Side effects of Cefac on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

    Unknown


Severe Interaction of Cefac with Other Drugs

Cefac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Unknown



Cefac Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefac unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Cefac

  • Is this Cefac habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Cefac is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cefac since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Cefac is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Cefac is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Cefac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cefac


    It is safe to take Cefac with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cefac


    Taking alcohol with Cefac can be dangerous.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cefobid® (sterile cefoperazone)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; UNASYN® (ampicillin sodium/sulbactam sodium)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 725

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 160-162

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