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Kefbactam is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Kefbactam 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 Kefbactam. 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.
Common side effects of Kefbactam include Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. While these are the most often observed Kefbactam side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Kefbactam are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Kefbactam has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Kefbactam has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Kefbactam related warnings section.
Kefbactam is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Kefbactam are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Kefbactam have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Kefbactam is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Kefbactam is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kefbactam is used -
Common
Is the use of Kefbactam safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Kefbactam without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Kefbactam safe during breastfeeding?
Kefbactam is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Kefbactam on the Kidneys?
Kefbactam 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.
What is the effect of Kefbactam on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Kefbactam on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Kefbactam will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Kefbactam on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Kefbactam on heart. So it is not known whether taking Kefbactam will cause side effects on heart or not.
Kefbactam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Unknown
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kefbactam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kefbactam habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Kefbactam has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Kefbactam will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Kefbactam only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Kefbactam cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Kefbactam
It is safe to take Kefbactam with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kefbactam
Taking Kefbactam with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience