Cefoprim 1.5 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefoprim 1.5 Injection Information

Cefoprim 1.5 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Cefoprim 1.5 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Cefoprim 1.5 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Cefoprim 1.5 Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Cefoprim 1.5 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefoprim 1.5 Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Cefoprim 1.5 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefoprim 1.5 Injection related warnings section.

The section on Cefoprim 1.5 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Cefoprim 1.5 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Cefoprim 1.5 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Cefoprim Benefits & Uses
Cefoprim Dosage & How to Take
Cefoprim Side Effects
Cefoprim Related Warnings
Cefoprim Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cefoprim
Cefoprim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefoprim 1.5 Injection Benefits & Uses

Cefoprim 1.5 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefoprim 1.5 Injection 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
Adult	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefoprim 1.5 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefoprim 1.5 Injection is used -

Cefoprim 1.5 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefoprim 1.5 Injection safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Cefoprim in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefoprim 1.5 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Cefoprim is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefoprim 1.5 Injection on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Cefoprim on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefoprim 1.5 Injection on the Liver?

Cefoprim is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefoprim 1.5 Injection on the Heart?

You can take Cefoprim without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Cefoprim 1.5 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefoprim 1.5 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefoprim 1.5 Injection

Is this Cefoprim 1.5 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cefoprim 1.5 Injection is addictive.

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

After taking Cefoprim 1.5 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cefoprim 1.5 Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cefoprim 1.5 Injection only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Cefoprim 1.5 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cefoprim 1.5 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefoprim 1.5 Injection

Taking Cefoprim 1.5 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefoprim 1.5 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefoprim 1.5 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefoprim 1.5 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Can Cefoprim cause diarrhoea?

Yes, Cefoprim has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefoprim with aspirin?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefoprim can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Cefoprim along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Cefoprim?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Cefoprim may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefoprim cover MRSA infections?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefoprim does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Cefoprim.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefoprim cause weight loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefoprim does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Cefoprim is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.