Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection

Composition Cefazolin (281.25mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack vial of 1 Injection
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Narrow- specttrum {First generation cephalosporins}
Action Class Cephalosporins: 1st generation
Habbit Forming
Manufacturer Shrinivas Gujarat Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Manufacturer address 604, Corporate House, Opp. Torrent House, Nr. Dinesh Hall, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad-380 009.

Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection fights and stops the growth of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as a slow drip (intravenous infusion) under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should use this medicine regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, nausea, indigestion, and diarrhea. Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics, and if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

Bacterial infections

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

If you miss a dose of Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection, consult your doctor.

Your doctor has prescribed Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.

Discontinue Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn’t stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Q. Can the use of Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. What if Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection doesn’t work?

Talk to your doctor if Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection doesn’t seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.

Q. What if I don’t get better after using Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection?

Inform your doctor if you don’t feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

In Bacterial infections

Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine that works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the throat, ears, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues. Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Diarrhea

Indigestion

Nausea

Allergic reaction

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

Rash

Alcohol:SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.Avoid prolonged use of Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving:UNSAFE

Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:CAUTION

Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ancef XP 281.25mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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