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Zocef 500 Mg Injection 1

By ALKEM LABORATORIES LTD
5 Injection(s) in Injection
MRP 444.11
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Zocef 500 MG Description

Zocef 500 injection is used for the treatment of severe infections of the skin, ears, throat, respiratory tract, urinary tract, etc. It is an antibiotic containing Cefuroxime as its active ingredient

. This medicine will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse through an injection. Do not self-inject this medicine. You may experience some application site reactions as side effects while on treatment with Zocef 500 injection, but they normally fade away with time. Please report to your doctor if you notice the side effects persist or worsen.

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Product Summary

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ContainsCefuroxime(500.0 Mg)
UsesBacterial infection
Side effectsInjection site inflammation, increased liver enzymes
TherapyANTIBIOTIC
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uses

Uses of Zocef 500 MG

Zocef 500 injection is used to treat the airway, lung, throat, skin, urinary tract and gynecological infection.
contraindications

Contraindications of Zocef 500 MG

  • If you are allergic to cefuroxime or any of the other ingredients of Zocef 500 injection.
  • If you have a history of a severe allergic reaction to penicillin, monobactams, carbapenems or other beta-Lactam antibiotics.
sideEffects

Side effects of Zocef 500 MG

  • Injection site inflammation that forms clot or block in the vein
  • Raised liver enzyme
  • Reduced hemoglobin level
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Zocef 500 MG

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Zocef 500 injection during pregnancy?
A:
Zocef 500 injection should not be used during pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor, as there is limited information about its safety in human pregnancy.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Zocef 500 injection while breastfeeding?
A:
  • Cefuroxime passes into breast milk in small quantities. Perceive if prescribed by your physician. Watch for diarrhoea and thrush in the breastfed baby.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Zocef 500 injection?
A:
This medicine does not affect your ability to drive or to use machinery, however if you experience side effects like dizziness, you should avoid driving or using machines.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Zocef 500 injection?
A:
Although there is no known interaction with alcohol and Zocef 500 injection, it is essential to consult your physician if you have a habit of regular drinking.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You develop white patches in your mouth.
  • You have any pre-existing medical condition such as liver or kidney problem.
  • You develop rash with blisters and peeling of the skin.
  • You experience continuous diarrhoea. Immediately report to the doctor.
  • You experience breathlessness, rashes, swelling of the face or mouth after taking Zocef 500 injection.
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Zocef 500 MG

How Does It Work?

Cefuroxime in Zocef 500 injection works by stopping bacterial cell wall synthesis. The absence of a bacterial cell wall results in the death of bacteria.
directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Zocef 500 MG

  • Zocef 500 injection will be given 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 of Zocef 500 MG

Interactions with other medicines

  • Zocef 500 injection may interact with other medications and provide an altered response to the treatment. Please notify your doctor if you are undergoing any other treatments, over-the-counter medicat...
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  • Especially if you are taking medicines for acidity as it can reduce the antibiotic action.
  • Zocef 500 can alter the action of contraceptive pills. If you are taking the contraceptive pill while you are being treated with this medicine, you may also need to use an additional physical contrace...
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  • Be cautious if you are taking Probenecid (used to treat gout) or blood thinner like Warfarin.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Zocef 500 MG

  • Store Zocef 500 injection under the conditions mentioned on the pack.
  • Keep it away from children and pets.
dosage

Dosage of Zocef 500 MG

Overdose

Your doctor or nurse will give this injection; therefore, it is unlikely that you overdose on Zocef 500 injection. However, overdose symptoms may include damage to the brain and fits. If you experienc...
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Missed a Dose

Your doctor or nurse will monitor you about when the medicine 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, ...
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Dr. Nikita Toshi

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: Can I use Zocef 500 injection if I am allergic to Amoxicillin?

A: No, if you have an allergy to Amoxicillin, do not take this medicine as it can result in a very severe allergic reaction. Always inform your doctor about your allergies.

Q: Can I discontinue treatment with Zocef 500 injection before the prescribed duration?

A: No, you must finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medication can make the infection harder to treat.

Q: Is Zocef 500 injection effective against fungal infections?

A: No, Zocef 500 injection is an antibiotic medicine and only effective against bacteria and thus not useful in case of infections caused by fungus or yeast.
Product Details
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
27/06/2024
Last Updated on: 21 Jul 2021 | 11:09 AM (IST)

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