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About Ancef XP 140.625mg Injection

CEFAZOLIN belongs to the group of antibiotics called 'cephalosporin' used to treat various bacterial infections of the nose, lungs, ear, bones, joints, skin, urinary tract, prostate gland and reproductive system. Besides this, CEFAZOLIN also used before surgeries to prevent post-surgical bacterial infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. CEFAZOLIN does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

CEFAZOLIN contains 'Cefazolin' works by interfering with the formation of bacterial cell walls, thereby impairing the bonds that hold the bacterial cell wall together. This allows holes to appear in the bacterial cell walls, which kills the bacteria. Thus, it helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Uses of Ancef XP 140.625mg Injection

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits of Ancef XP 140.625mg Injection

CEFAZOLIN belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called cephalosporins used to treat various bacterial infections of the brain, lungs, middle ear, abdomen, urinary tract, kidneys, bones, joints, skin, soft tissues, blood, heart, chest, lime disease (caused by tick bites), and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease).  It is also used before surgeries to prevent post-surgical bacterial infections. CEFAZOLIN contains Cefazolin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria.  CEFAZOLIN 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.

Directions for Use

CEFAZOLIN will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer CEFAZOLIN. CEFAZOLIN is given as an intravenous infusion (drip) or as an injection into the vein or a muscle. The dose of CEFAZOLIN can vary depending upon your condition and the severity of the infection.

Side Effects of Ancef XP 140.625mg Injection

• Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Allergic reaction
• Indigestion
• Diarrhoea
• Lightheadedness
• Dizziness

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to CEFAZOLIN, penicillins or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney or liver problems, diarrhoea, haemolytic anaemia (reduction in red blood cells that may make your skin pale yellow and cause breathlessness or weakness), kidney or gall stones, inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking CEFAZOLIN. Do not take CEFAZOLIN on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Do not take antacids and calcium-containing products along with CEFAZOLIN; maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking CEFAZOLIN. Use CEFAZOLIN with extreme caution in elderly patients above 65 years of age as there is an increased risk of severe adverse effects. You are recommended to complete the full course of CEFAZOLIN as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. Drive only if you are alert as CEFAZOLIN may cause dizziness. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking CEFAZOLIN to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any undesirable side-effects. 

Drug-Drug Interaction:

CEFAZOLIN may interact with a blood thinner (warfarin, heparin), drugs used to lower high uric acid levels (probenecid), water pills or diuretics (furosemide, bumetanide), antibiotics (chloramphenicol, gentamicin, streptomycin, neomycin, tobramycin), vaccine (BCG, cholera, typhoid).