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Biocef-250 Injection 1's Substitute

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Composition:

CEFTRIAXONE-250MG

Uses:

Biocef-250 Injection 1's is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Biocef-250 Injection 1's are as follows: <br/>• Treatment of bacterial infections: Biocef-250 Injection 1's is commonly used to treat various types of bacterial infections, including brain, lungs, middle ear, abdomen, urinary tract, kidneys, bones, joints, skin, soft tissues, blood, heart, chest, lime disease (caused by tick bites), and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease).<br/>• Surgical prophylaxis: Biocef-250 Injection 1's may be administered before surgical procedures to prevent potential infections in patients undergoing surgery.<br/>• Treatment of meningitis: Biocef-250 Injection 1's treats bacterial meningitis by targeting susceptible bacteria and reducing inflammation in the central nervous system.<br/>• Lyme disease treatment: Biocef-250 Injection 1's can be used to treat Lyme disease, especially when there's neurological involvement, helping manage symptoms.<br/>• Treatment of sepsis: Biocef-250 Injection 1's helps to treat sepsis by targeting the underlying bacterial infection, aiming to reduce the severity of the condition.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Biocef-250 Injection 1's belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called cephalosporins used to treat bacterial infections of the brain, lungs, middle ear, abdomen, urinary tract, kidneys, bones, joints, skin, soft tissues, blood, heart, chest, lime disease (caused by tick bites), and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Biocef-250 Injection 1's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria. Biocef-250 Injection 1's works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

FAQs

Biocef-250 Injection 1's is used to treat bacterial infections of the brain, lungs, middle ear, abdomen, urinary tract, kidneys, bones, joints, skin, soft tissues, blood, heart, chest, lime disease (caused by tick bites), and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease).

Biocef-250 Injection 1's works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Biocef-250 Injection 1's may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert and omit driving and operating machinery if you experience dizziness.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Biocef-250 Injection 1's. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Biocef-250 Injection 1's may affect the results of urine tests for sugar and blood test known as coomb’s test (antiglobulin test). Inform the person performing the tests that you are taking Biocef-250 Injection 1's.

Do not take antacids along with Biocef-250 Injection 1's; maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both. However, consult your doctor before taking other medicines while on treatment with Biocef-250 Injection 1's.

Yes, Biocef-250 Injection 1's is generally considered safe when taken in the recommended dose and duration as directed by your doctor. However, sometimes it may cause side effects or allergic reactions in some individuals. Please let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Biocef-250 Injection 1's usually starts working within a few hours after administration. However, Biocef-250 Injection 1's may take a few days to show its full effect, depending on the infection being treated. If your symptoms do not improve or get worse, please consult your doctor.

Biocef-250 Injection 1's should not be used by individuals who are allergic to its components or other cephalosporin antibiotics. It is also not recommended for use in newborns, especially those with jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

If you do not feel better after using Biocef-250 Injection 1's, it could mean that the infection isn't responding to the antibiotic, or you might have a different type of infection that needs a different treatment. Please consult your doctor for further evaluation and to discuss possible changes to your treatment plan.

Biocef-250 Injection 1's is usually eliminated from the body within 5 to 9 hours in healthy individuals. However, Biocef-250 Injection 1's may stay in the body for longer depending on the individual's medical condition.

Yes, Biocef-250 Injection 1's is effective against a wide range of bacterial infections, including respiratory, urinary tract, skin, and bloodstream infections.

Biocef-250 Injection 1's will be administered either intravenously (IV) or intramuscularly (IM), depending on the condition being treated, by your healthcare provider. Please do not self-administer.

No, you should complete the full course of treatment with Biocef-250 Injection 1's as prescribed by your doctor, even if you feel better. Please consult your doctor before stopping the medication early, as your infection may not be completely treated and the bacteria may become resistant to the antibiotics.

If you are allergic to Cefuroxime, there is a possible risk of an allergic reaction to Biocef-250 Injection 1's, since both are in the same group of antibiotics (cephalosporins). Please consult your healthcare provider before taking Biocef-250 Injection 1's or any other cephalosporin antibiotics to ensure safety.

Before starting Biocef-250 Injection 1's, you should inform your doctor if you have recently received calcium-containing products, have had diarrhoea after taking antibiotics, or have a history of colitis (inflammation of the large intestine), malnutrition (inability to consume or digest essential nutrients), problems with vitamin K levels, or kidney or liver disease.

No, Biocef-250 Injection 1's should only be administered by a healthcare professional, as it requires proper injection technique and monitoring for potential side effects. Please do not administer Biocef-250 Injection 1's at home.