Cefazid 500 Injection Information

Cefazid 500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Skin Infections, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Cefazid 500 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Cefazid 500 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Cefazid 500 Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Cefazid 500 Injection 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefazid 500 Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Cefazid 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefazid 500 Injection related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Cefazid 500 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cefazid 500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Cefazid 500 Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefazid 500 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Cefazid 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Cefazid 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Cefazid 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
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefazid 500 Injection Related Warnings

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

Cefazid is safe for pregnant women.

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

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefazid.

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

Cefazid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefazid 500 Injection on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Cefazid 500 Injection on the Heart?

Cefazid is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Cefazid 500 Injection Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cefazid 500 Injection

Is this Cefazid 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cefazid 500 Injection has not been reported.

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

After taking Cefazid 500 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cefazid 500 Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Cefazid 500 Injection 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, Cefazid 500 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cefazid 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefazid 500 Injection

Taking Cefazid 500 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefazid 500 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefazid 500 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown