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Cefzim Injection Information

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

The right dosage of Cefzim Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefzim Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefzim Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Cefzim Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Cefzim Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefzim Injection related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Cefzim Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Cefzim Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Cefzim Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Cefzim Injection Benefits & Uses

Cefzim Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefzim 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

Cefzim Injection Side Effects

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

Cefzim Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefzim Injection safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Cefzim in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefzim Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Cefzim is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefzim Injection on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Cefzim Injection on the Liver?

Cefzim does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefzim Injection on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Cefzim for the heart.

Safe

Cefzim Injection Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefzim Injection

Is this Cefzim Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cefzim Injection.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cefzim Injection only as per medical advice.

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

No, Cefzim Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cefzim Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefzim Injection

Taking Cefzim Injection with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefzim Injection

Information about the interaction of Cefzim Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefzim Injection

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Cefzim without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Cefzim is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefzim affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Cefzim can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefzim treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefzim can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Cefzim a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefzim is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Cefzim?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Cefzim is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.