Cefepime + Tazobactum Benefits & Uses

Cefepime + Tazobactum is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pneumonia
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bacterial Infections
Skin Infections
Neutropenia
Peritonitis

Cefepime + Tazobactum 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: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 1 g cefepime and 125 mg tazobactum in 1 vial
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 1 g cefepime and 125 mg tazobactum in 1 vial
Adult	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.12 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 1 g cefepime and 125 mg tazobactum in 1 vial
Geriatric	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.12 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: strength 1 g cefepime and 125 mg tazobactum in 1 vial

Cefepime + Tazobactum Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefepime + Tazobactum is used -

Moderate

Inflammation of a vein
Vaginal inflammation
Erythema
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Rash
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Itching or burning
Diarrhoea
Urticaria
Injection Site Allergic Reaction

Cefepime + Tazobactum Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefepime + Tazobactum safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefepime + Tazobactum without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Cefepime + Tazobactum safe during breastfeeding?

Cefepime + Tazobactum is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefepime + Tazobactum on the Kidneys?

Cefepime + Tazobactum rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefepime + Tazobactum on the Liver?

Cefepime + Tazobactum does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Cefepime + Tazobactum on the Heart?

You can take Cefepime + Tazobactum without any fear of damage to the heart.

Severe Interaction of Cefepime + Tazobactum with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Cefepime + Tazobactum Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Asthma
Cystic Fibrosis
Ulcerative Colitis
Hemophilia

Frequently asked Questions about Cefepime + Tazobactum

Is this Cefepime + Tazobactum habit forming or addictive?

Cefepime + Tazobactum does not cause addiction.

Cefepime + Tazobactum Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefepime + Tazobactum

Taking Cefepime + Tazobactum with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefepime + Tazobactum

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefepime + Tazobactum.