Odicef 1000mg Injection is the injection form of a versatile antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of infection causing bacteria in your body. It is often injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ODICEF INJECTION
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Odicef
Diarrhea
Rash
Abnormal liver function tests
Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
HOW TO USE ODICEF INJECTION
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
HOW ODICEF INJECTION WORKS
Odicef 1000mg Injection 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.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Odicef 1000mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Odicef 1000mg Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breastfeeding
CAUTION
Odicef 1000mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Odicef 1000mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Odicef 1000mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Odicef 1000mg Injection is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Odicef 1000mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Odicef 1000mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Dose adjustment of Odicef 1000mg Injection is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ODICEF INJECTION?
If you miss a dose of Odicef 1000mg Injection, please consult your doctor.