CEFAPERAZONE SUBACTUM
OVERVIEW
It’s a dynamic duo of two medicines that makes the infection-fighting power of each one even stronger.
Cefoperazone is effective against the bacteria–it kills them.
Sulbactam improves Cefoperazone’s performance by preventing bacteria from developing resistance.
Collectively, they make the infection hit harder and work smarter against our therapeutic options.
CLASSIFICATION
Antibiotic
USES
This medicine treats many types of bacterial infections, such as:
Lung, urine, skin, and soft tissue infections
Serious infections inside the belly
Blood infections
Infections in bones and joint
DOSAGE
As directed by the physician
PRECAUTIONS
After taking Cefoperazone+sulbactam if you have allergy-like symptoms including rash, swelling of the face/lips/throat, difficulty in breathing, or tightness in the chest, immediately contact your doctor. Do not take Cefoperazone+sulbactam if you have an allergy to Cefoperazone+sulbactam, cephalosporins penicillin class of antibiotics as it may cause a skin rash, itching, and difficulty in breathing. People having liver disease or jaundice (yellowing of skin/eye) should not take Cefoperazone+sulbactam, as it can damage your liver severely. You may have diarrhoea in some cases which can be managed by taking it with any probiotics and plenty of fluids. Do not take antacids along with Cefoperazone+sulbactam; maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Cefoperazone+sulbactam to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Cefoperazone+sulbactam may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects.
SIDE EFFECTS
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Decreased hemoglobin, Decreased hematocrit level, Low blood platelets, Coagulation disorder, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Diarrhea, Nausea, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Increased aspartate aminotransferase, Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood, Vomiting, Increased bilirubin in the blood
Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage