Cefera T 1gm Injection
Description
Cefera T Injection is an antibiotic medication that contains a combination of ceftriaxone and tazobactam as active ingredients. This Injection is used to treat severe bacterial infections. It works b
y inhibiting the formation of the cell wall and killing various susceptible bacterial organisms. Cefera T Injection will be administered to you by a doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding, and provide detailed information about your medical history before beginning this medication.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹163.10 |
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Contains | |
Uses | Bacterial infection |
Side effects | Pain, inflammation and swelling at Injection site, diarrhoea |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to ceftriaxone, tazobactam and any of the ingredients of Cefera T Injection.
- If you are allergic to Cephalosporins, Penicillins, Monobactams and Carbapenems.
- If the patient is a premature baby.
- If a newborn has jaundice or is on calcium Injection treatment.
- If a newborn is suffering from increased bilirubin (liver enzyme) in the blood.
Side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Rash
- Itching and pain at the Injection site
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
- Components of Cefera T Injection pass into breast milk. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding, your doctor will tell you about the use of this medicine after assessing the need and benefit.
- If prescribed, monitor your child closely for antibiotic-related side effects like diarrhoea or fungal infection of the mouth.
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a history of allergy after taking the antibiotic.
- You have developed diarrhoea after taking Cefera T Injection, immediately inform your doctor.
- You have recently received or are going to receive any product containing calcium.
- You have serious liver and kidney disease.
- You are on a (low sodium) diet.
- You are suffering from gall bladder disease.
- You have anaemia.
- You are suffering from any bowel inflammation disease (colitis).
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
- Ceftriaxone acts by killing the bacteria responsible for infections.
- However, bacteria make an enzyme (beta-lactamases) that can destroy ceftriaxone.
- Tazobactam inactivates this enzyme, thereby helping it to function optimally.
Directions for Use
- Cefera T Injection will be given to you in the hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject this medicine.
- Follow any instructions suggested by the doctor or nurse during the procedure or for aftercare.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way the Cefera T Injection works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Cefera T Injection should never be given along with Ringer's or Hartmann's solution.
- This Injection alters the action of oral contraceptives. Thus it is advisable to use alternative contraceptive measures like condoms when you are taking this medicine.
- Cefera T Injection should never be given through the IV line through which calcium-containing solutions are given.
Storage and disposal
- Store Cefera T Injection below 25°C protected from light.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
- Any unused portion should not be stored and should be discarded properly.
Dosage
Overdose
- Your doctor or nurse will give Cefera T Injection, therefore chances of an overdose are rare.
- However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and stomach upset immediately after taking this Injection, inform your doctor or reach out to your nearest hospital as soon as possible.
Missed a Dose
- You will be monitored by your doctor or nurse on when Cefera T Injection should be given to you.
- It is unlikely that the dose will be missed.
- However, if you think your doctor or nurse might have missed a dose, inform them.
- It is advisable not to miss any dose of antibiotics as it can fail therapy.
Content Details

Dr. Ravi Kakarla
MBBS, MBA

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: For how long do I need to take this Cefera T Injection?
Q: Can the use of Cefera T Injection cause diarrhoea?
Q: Can the Cefera T Injection use to treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Q: What is the dose of Cefera T Injection?
References
- ceftriaxone 1 g powder for solution for Injection or infusion - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2025[cited 28 April 2025]
- Ceftriaxone 1 g powder for solution for Injection or infusion - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2025 [cited 28 April 2025]
- CEFBACT T ceftriaxone (Ceftriaxone + Tazobactam) [Internet]. Ciplamed.com. 2025 [cited 28 April 2025]
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