Cefopam S Information

Cefopam S is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Cefopam S also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Cefopam S depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

The side effects typically associated with Cefopam S include Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Some other side effects of Cefopam S have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cefopam S go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Cefopam S's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Cefopam S related warnings talks about Cefopam S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy must refrain from the use of Cefopam S since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cefopam S have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Cefopam S may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Cefopam S is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Cefopam S Benefits & Uses
Cefopam S Dosage & How to Take
Cefopam S Side Effects
Cefopam S Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cefopam S with Other Drugs
Cefopam S Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cefopam S
Cefopam S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefopam S Benefits & Uses

Cefopam S is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Bacterial Infections
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Meningitis
Cellulitis
Peritonitis

Cefopam S 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

Cefopam S Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefopam S is used -

Common

Diarrhoea
Stomach Upset

Cefopam S Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefopam S safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Cefopam S in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefopam S safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefopam S.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefopam S on the Kidneys?

Cefopam S can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefopam S on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Cefopam S on the liver, information on safety of Cefopam S for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cefopam S on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Cefopam S on heart. So it is not known whether taking Cefopam S will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Cefopam S with Other Drugs

Cefopam S should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Furosemide

Gentamicin

Warfarin

Unknown

Probenecid

Cefopam S Contraindications

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

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cefopam S

Is this Cefopam S habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cefopam S.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cefopam S as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cefopam S only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Cefopam S for mental disorders.

No

Cefopam S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefopam S

Taking Cefopam S with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefopam S

Consuming Cefopam S with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe