Cefadroxil (1gm)
Cefamed 1gm Injection works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should not self-administer this medicine. Get the injection 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, stomach pain, nausea, and diarrhea. These 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 or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team 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.
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 themCommon side effects of Cefamed
5 ml Injection
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Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Cefamed 1gm 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.
Related Warnings
Consuming alcohol with Cefamed 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Cefamed 1gm 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.
Cefamed 1gm 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 Cefamed 1gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
It is not known whether Cefamed 1gm Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Cefamed 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cefamed 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Cefamed 1gm Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cefamed 1gm Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Yes, the use of Cefamed 1gm Injection can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Talk to your doctor if Cefamed 1gm Injection doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Cefamed 1gm Injection or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
No, do not stop taking Cefamed 1gm Injection and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Cefamed 1gm Injection is a relatively safe and effective antibiotic that is available for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infection (UTI).
Cefamed 1gm Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
