Table of contents:
- What medicine is Cefmetazole?
- What is cefmetazole for?
- How do I use cefmetazole?
- How do I store cefmetazole?
- Cefmetazole dosage
- What is the dose of cefmetazole for adults?
- What is the dose of cefmetazole for children?
- In what dosage is cefmetazole available?
- Cefmetazole side effects
- What side effects can be experienced due to cefmetazole?
- Cefmetazole Drug Warnings and Cautions
- What should be known before using cefmetazole?
- Is cefmetazole safe for pregnant and lactating women?
- Cefmetazole Drug Interactions
- What medicines may interact with cefmetazole?
- Can food or alcohol interact with cefmetazole?
- What health conditions can interact with cefmetazole?
- Cefmetazole overdose
- What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I miss a dose?
What medicine is Cefmetazole?
What is cefmetazole for?
Cefmetazole is a drug used for the treatment of infections caused by susceptible organisms.
How do I use cefmetazole?
Read the drug's guide and the Patient Information Leaflet provided by the pharmacy, if available, before you get this medication and each time you buy it again. If you have questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
How do I store cefmetazole?
Cefmetazole is a drug that is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Cefmetazole dosage
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the dose of cefmetazole for adults?
Cefmetazole is a drug that can be used to treat gonorrhea, treatment and prevention of mixed bacterial infections and anaerobic bacteria.
The dosage used for adults ranges from 0.5 to 1 gram every 12 hours by injection into a muscle and / or vein for 3-5 minutes.
Whereas for severe infections can be used as much as 3-4 g a day, given in divided doses every 6-8 hours. The dose can also be given by infusion for 10-60 minutes.
What is the dose of cefmetazole for children?
Its safety and effectiveness have not been determined in pediatric patients (less than 18 years).
In what dosage is cefmetazole available?
Powder for injection, intravenous solution.
Cefmetazole side effects
What side effects can be experienced due to cefmetazole?
Cefmetazole is a drug that can cause hypersensitivity reactions, nephrotoxicity, neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, bleeding complications related to hypoprothrombinaemia or platelet dysfunction, gastrointestinal effects, CNS poisoning, superinfection, pain in the body site of infection, hepatitis, cholestatic jaundice.
Not everyone experiences this side effect. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Cefmetazole Drug Warnings and Cautions
What should be known before using cefmetazole?
You should ask your doctor before using this medicine if you have a history of allergies. porphyria; kidney disorders. Observe the state of the kidneys and hematology during long-term, high-dose lactation therapy.
Is cefmetazole safe for pregnant and lactating women?
There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category B according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:
A = No risk,
B = not at risk in several studies,
C = May be risky,
D = There is positive evidence of risk,
X = Contraindicated
N = Unknown
Cefmetazole Drug Interactions
What medicines may interact with cefmetazole?
Although some drugs should not be taken at the same time, in other cases some drugs can also be used together even though interactions may occur. In such cases, the doctor may change the dose, or take other preventive measures as needed. Tell your doctor if you are taking any other over-the-counter or prescription drugs.
Can food or alcohol interact with cefmetazole?
Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.
What health conditions can interact with cefmetazole?
The presence of other medical problems can affect the use of this drug. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems.
Cefmetazole overdose
What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.
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