Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection
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Product introduction
Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection is a combination of two antibiotics. It is prescribed to treat various types of bacterial infections. It fights against the infection by preventing the growth of microorganisms.
Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not miss any scheduled appointments for taking this medicine. The course of the medicine should be completed even if you feel better.
The common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rashes, etc. You may also experience injection site redness, swelling, and pain that goes away with time. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.
Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection should only be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not miss any scheduled appointments for taking this medicine. The course of the medicine should be completed even if you feel better.
The common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rashes, etc. You may also experience injection site redness, swelling, and pain that goes away with time. If any of the side effects get aggravated, you must consult your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.
Uses of Gefemax Injection
Benefits of Gefemax Injection
In Bacterial infections
Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection contains two different medicines, Cefepime and Tazobactum, that work together to kill the bacteria that cause infections. Cefipime works by stopping the growth of bacteria. Tazobactum reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefipime against bacteria.
Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection can be used to treat many different bacterial infections. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection can be used to treat many different bacterial infections. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Gefemax Injection
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
Common side effects of Gefemax
- Diarrhea
- Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)
- Injection site phlebitis
- Skin rash
- Increased liver enzymes
- Positive Coombs test
How to use Gefemax Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Gefemax Injection works
Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection is a combination of two medicines: Cefepime and Tazobactum. Cefepime is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Tazobactum is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which blocks the action of enzymes produced by bacteria to inactivate cefepime. Addition of Tazobactum reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefepime against bacteria.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg 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
Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg 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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
CAUTION
Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Gefemax Injection?
If you miss a dose of Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed this combination medicine to treat bacterial infections, even if they have developed resistance.
- 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.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice bloody stools or develop abdominal cramps.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you develop an itchy rash, swelling of the face, throat or tongue or breathing difficulties while taking it.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection
Alternate Day
33%
Twice A Day
33%
Once A Week
17%
Once A Day
17%
What are you using Gefemax Injection for?
Bacterial inf*
100%
*Bacterial infections
FAQs
How long does Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection takes to work?
Usually, Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
What if I don't get better after using Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg 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.
Can I stop taking Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Gefemax 1000 mg/125 mg Injection and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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- Cefepime. Deerfield, Ilinois: Baxter Healthcare Corporation; 1996. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- PubChem. Tazobactum. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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