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CEFEPIME-250MG
Aristo Pharmaceuticals Limited
PARENTERAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Mercantile Chamber, 3rd Floor, 12, J.N. Heredia Marg, Ballard Estate, Mumbai – 400 001, India.
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FAQs

MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you have severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION may cause thrush or candidiasis, a fungal infection occurring due to the overgrowth of yeast-like fungus in the mouth or throat. Regularly rinse your mouth with water to prevent fungal infections.
It is recommended to complete the course of MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).
MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION may cause increased coagulation time (increased thromboplastin/ prothrombin time) which is the time required for the blood to clot. Therefore, be cautious while using any sharp objects and consult a doctor immediately if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising.
MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION might increase the effect of coumarin (anticoagulant medicine), therefore, consult a doctor before taking them together.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION. Please consult a doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION belongs to pregnancy category B. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION may pass into breastmilk. MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION should be used with great care in breastfeeding women if prescribed by the doctor.

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Driving

Caution

MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION may cause dizziness. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION is safe for children above 2 months if prescribed by a doctor. The dose and duration may vary depending on the child’s weight. The safety and effectiveness of MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION in children below 2 months have not been established.

About MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION

MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called cephalosporins used to treat respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, skin, intraabdominal, gynaecological, bacterial meningitis (infection of brain and spinal cord) in children, and infection of the bloodstream. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body.
 
MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections. MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION is a broad-spectrum antibiotic active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
 
In some cases, MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION may cause common side-effects such as diarrhoea, rashes, anaemia, pain and inflammation at the site of injection. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor; the dose and duration may vary depending on the child’s weight and the severity of the infection. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interactions.

Uses of MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION

Bacterial infections

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Medicinal Benefits

MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called cephalosporin antibiotics. MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION is used to treat respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, skin, intraabdominal, gynaecological, bacterial meningitis (infection of the brain and spinal cord) in children, and infection of the bloodstream. MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION is a broad-spectrum antibiotic active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION prevents the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections. 

Directions for Use

MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION

  • Diarrhoea
  • Rashes
  • Anaemia
  • Pain and inflammation at the site of injection

Drug Warnings

Do not take MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION if you are allergic to any of the components. Talk to your doctor if you have/had intestinal problems, malnourishment, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Consult a doctor if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FUROSEMIDE
  • COUMARINS

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION may produce a false-positive result for urine glucose and Coombs test. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking MAXICEF 250MG INJECTION.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics, such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.