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Safpime 250mg Injection

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Product introduction

Safpime 250mg Injection is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe bacterial infections of the skin, lungs, stomach, urinary tract, and blood. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems. However, it will not treat a viral infection.

Safpime 250mg Injection is commonly used to treat critically ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. The dose will depend on what type of infection you have, where it is in the body, and how serious it is. You should keep taking the injection for as long as you are prescribed, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.

Some people may develop side effects like rash, itching, nausea, vomiting, headache, fever, diarrhea, or local redness and swelling at the site of injection. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it, your doctor may advise blood tests to monitor your kidney function. This medicine is generally regarded as safe to use in pregnancy and breastfeeding if prescribed by your doctor.

Uses of Safpime Injection

  • Treatment of Severe bacterial infections

Benefits of Safpime Injection

In Treatment of Severe bacterial infections

Safpime 250mg Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of the lungs (pneumonia) and urinary tract. It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be self-administered. Safpime 250mg Injection usually makes you feel better very quickly 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 Safpime 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 Safpime

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Diarrhea
  • Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)
  • Injection site phlebitis
  • Skin rash
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Positive Coombs test
  • Increased prothrombin time
  • Decreased phosphate level in blood
  • Increased partial thromboplastin time (PTT)

How to use Safpime Injection

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

How Safpime Injection works

Safpime 250mg 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Safpime 250mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Safpime 250mg 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
Safpime 250mg 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 Safpime 250mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Safpime 250mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Safpime 250mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Safpime 250mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Safpime 250mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Safpime 250mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Safpime Injection?

If you miss a dose of Safpime 250mg Injection, consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Safpime 250mg 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 Safpime 250mg 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Broad-spectrum {Third & fourth generation cephalosporins)
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 4th generation

Interaction with drugs

Taking Safpime with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Cefepime may reduce the efficacy of Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated). Do not consume Cholera Vaccine (Inactivated) two weeks before and at least 10 days after consuming Cefepime. Ple... More
Cefepime may reduce the efficacy of Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine. Do not consume Purified Vi Polysaccharide Typhoid Vaccine with Cefepime. If Purified Vi Polysacchar... More
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding. Your doctor may monitor your blood clotting ability frequently and adjust the dose accordingly.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage. Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage. Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.

Patient concerns

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Scar on face due to bacterial infections
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion
I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days
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FAQs

How long does Safpime 250mg Injection takes to work?

Usually, Safpime 250mg Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Can the use of Safpime 250mg Injection cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Safpime 250mg 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.

What if I don't get better after using Safpime 250mg 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.
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References

  1. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 222.
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Country of origin: India

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