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Fastgard is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. The alternative uses of Fastgard have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fastgard. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Fastgard side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fastgard go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Fastgard's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Fastgard has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fastgard related warnings section.
Fastgard can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Fastgard in conditions like Kidney Disease, Jaundice, Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fastgard contraindications section.
Besides this, Fastgard may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Fastgard, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Fastgard is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fastgard is used -
Is the use of Fastgard safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Fastgard without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Fastgard safe during breastfeeding?
Fastgard is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Fastgard on the Kidneys?
Fastgard may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fastgard on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Fastgard on the liver.
What is the effect of Fastgard on the Heart?
Fastgard is not harmful for the heart.
Fastgard should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fastgard unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fastgard habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Fastgard.
Interaction between Food and Fastgard
When consumed with certain foods, Fastgard may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fastgard
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Fastgard with alcohol will be.
Yes, Fastgard is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
Yes, Fastgard can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Discontinuing Fastgard on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
No, Fastgard does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Fastgard. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
Yes, Fastgard is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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