Tufzone Information

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

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tufzone. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Tufzone include Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Some other side effects of Tufzone have been listed ahead. These side effects of Tufzone are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

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

Tufzone is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tufzone contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Tufzone have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Tufzone, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Tufzone Benefits & Uses

Tufzone is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tufzone 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

Tufzone Related Warnings

Is the use of Tufzone safe for pregnant women?

Tufzone is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Tufzone safe during breastfeeding?

Tufzone is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Tufzone on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Tufzone. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tufzone on the Liver?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Tufzone on the Heart?

There is no research available on the side effects of Tufzone on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Tufzone with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Furosemide

Gentamicin

Warfarin

Unknown

Probenecid

Tufzone Contraindications

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

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Tufzone

Is this Tufzone habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Tufzone is addictive.

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

Tufzone does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Tufzone is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Tufzone cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Tufzone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tufzone

Taking Tufzone with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Tufzone

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Tufzone as it can have severe side effects.

Severe