Cefactam 500 Injection

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Cefactam 500 Injection Information

Cefactam 500 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefactam 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Cefactam 500 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Cefactam 500 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefactam 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Cefactam 500 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Cefactam 500 Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cefactam 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Cefactam 500 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefactam 500 Injection contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Cefactam 500 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefactam 500 Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.



Cefactam 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Cefactam 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefactam 500 Injection 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

Cefactam 500 Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cefactam 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Cefactam is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Cefactam 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Cefactam does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cefactam 500 Injection on the Kidneys?


    There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Cefactam. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Cefactam 500 Injection on the Liver?


    Side effects of Cefactam on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Cefactam 500 Injection on the Heart?


    There is no research available on the side effects of Cefactam on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

    Unknown


Cefactam 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefactam 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Cefactam 500 Injection

  • Is this Cefactam 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Cefactam 500 Injection is addictive.

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


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Cefactam 500 Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Cefactam 500 Injection only on doctor's advice.

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


    Cefactam 500 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Cefactam 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cefactam 500 Injection


    You can take Cefactam 500 Injection with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cefactam 500 Injection


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Cefactam 500 Injection as it can have severe side effects.

    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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