Assertum 500 Injection Information

Assertum 500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Assertum 500 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Assertum 500 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Assertum 500 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Assertum 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Assertum 500 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Assertum 500 Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Assertum 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Assertum 500 Injection related warnings section.

Assertum 500 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Assertum 500 Injection in conditions like Allergy. Other contraindications of Assertum 500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Assertum 500 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Assertum 500 Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Assertum 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Assertum 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Assertum 500 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
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

Assertum 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Assertum 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Assertum in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Assertum 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Assertum is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Assertum 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Assertum. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Assertum 500 Injection on the Liver?

Side effects of Assertum on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Assertum 500 Injection on the Heart?

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

Unknown

Assertum 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Assertum 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Assertum 500 Injection

Is this Assertum 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Assertum 500 Injection does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Assertum 500 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Assertum 500 Injection only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Assertum 500 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Assertum 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Assertum 500 Injection

Taking Assertum 500 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Assertum 500 Injection

Consuming Assertum 500 Injection with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe