Cefo

Composition for Cefo Products

Cefo Products are primarily used for

Bacterial infections

About Cefo Products

Uses of Cefo Products

Cefoperazone is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Cefo Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Cefo are Diarrhea, Itching, Decreased hemoglobin, Decreased hematocrit level, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Positive Coombs test, Low blood platelets, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Injection site phlebitis, Increased aspartate aminotransferase, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood, Jaundice, Urticaria, Maculopapular rash.

Severe

Side Effects of Cefo are Hypoprothrombinemia, Hypersensitivity, Hemorrhage, Pseudomembranous colitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis.

How Cefo Products work

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

Patient Concerns about Cefo Products

Frequently asked questions about Cefo Products

Frequently asked questions about Cefoperazone

Q. Is Cefo 1000mg Injection effective?
Cefo 1000mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Cefo 1000mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How is Cefo 1000mg Injection administered?
Cefo 1000mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Cefo 1000mg Injection.
Q. Is Cefo 1000mg Injection bactericidal or bacteriostatic?
Cefo 1000mg Injection is primarily bactericidal(one which kills the causative organisms) but it may be bacteriostatic (one which slows down the growth of bacteria) also. Its activity depends on the organism, tissue penetration, dosage, and rate of organism multiplication.
Q. How does Cefo 1000mg Injection act?
Cefo 1000mg Injection acts by adhering to the proteins synthesized by the bacteria, thereby inhibiting the organisms to develop their protective covering known as cell wall. This kills the bacteria.
Q. Is Cefo 1000mg Injection bad for the kidneys?
No, Cefo 1000mg Injection is not bad for the kidneys when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycosides (gentamicin, tobramycin) or other cephalosporins antibiotics, it may increase kidney damage. Therefore, it is advised to take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Can the use of Cefo 1000mg Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Cefo 1000mg Injection can cause diarrhea. Cefo 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic that kills 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. How long does Cefo 1000mg Injection take to work?
Usually, Cefo 1000mg Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Cefo 1000mg Injection?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

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Cefo 1000mg Injection
vial of 1 Injection
MRP
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