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Cefazid is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Skin Infections, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Cefazid has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Cefazid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefazid can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Cefazid normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefazid is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Cefazid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefazid related warnings section.
Cefazid can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cefazid in conditions like Kidney Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefazid contraindications section.
Besides this, Cefazid may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Cefazid is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Cefazid is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Cefazid safe for pregnant women?
Cefazid is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefazid safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefazid.
What is the effect of Cefazid on the Kidneys?
Cefazid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefazid on the Liver?
Using Cefazid does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefazid on the Heart?
Cefazid is not harmful for the heart.
Cefazid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefazid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefazid habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cefazid has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefazid, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cefazid can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cefazid is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefazid is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefazid
Taking Cefazid with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefazid
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefazid with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; FORTAZ® (ceftazidime)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-312