ZECEF 1.5G INJ

Generics

Cefuroxime Sodium

Used For

Bacterial Infection

How it works

Cefuroxime is a bactericidal agent that acts by inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis. Cefuroxime has activity in the presence of some beta-lactamases, both penicillinases and cephalosporinases of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria.

Side Effects

Blood and lymphatic system disorders : Common Neutropenia, eosinophilia. Uncommon : Leukopenia, decreased haemoglobin concentration, positive Coomb’s test. Rare Thrombocytopenia . Very rare Haemolytic anaemia. Immune system disorders Hypersensitivity reactions including Uncommon Skin rash, urticaria and pruritus. Rare Drug fever. Very rare Interstitial nephritis, anaphylaxis, cutaneous vasculitis. Gastrointestinal disorders Uncommon Gastrointestinal disturbance. Very rare Pseudomembranous colitis . Hepatobiliary disorders Common Transient rise in liver enzymes. Uncommon Transient rise in bilirubin.

Indication

It is indicated for the treatment of infections before the infecting organism has been identified or when caused by sensitive bacteria .