Cefazolin Benefits & Uses

Cefazolin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Cefazolin 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

Cefazolin Side Effects

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

Severe

Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Maculopapular rash
Itching or burning

Cefazolin Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefazolin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefazolin without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Cefazolin safe during breastfeeding?

Cefazolin is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefazolin on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Cefazolin on the Liver?

Using Cefazolin does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefazolin on the Heart?

Using Cefazolin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefazolin with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Probenecid

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Amikacin

Cefazolin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis

Frequently asked Questions about Cefazolin

Is this Cefazolin habit forming or addictive?

Cefazolin does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cefazolin as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cefazolin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Cefazolin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cefazolin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefazolin

Taking Cefazolin with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefazolin

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cefazolin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown