Ceftarol 1000mg Injection is used in the treatment of various bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Ceftarol 1000mg Injection are as follows:<ul><li>Lower Respiratory Tract Infections (LRTIs): Ceftarol 1000mg Injection is used to treat pneumonia, bronchitis, and other lung infections.</li><li>Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Ceftarol 1000mg Injection is effective in treating complicated and uncomplicated UTIs, including cystitis and pyelonephritis.</li><li>Skin and Soft Tissue Infections: Ceftarol 1000mg Injection is used to manage bacterial infections of the skin and underlying tissues, such as abscesses, cellulitis, and wound infections.</li><li>Bone and Joint Infections: Ceftarol 1000mg Injection is effective against infections involving bones and joints, such as osteomyelitis.</li><li>Intra-abdominal Infections: Ceftarol 1000mg Injection is used to treat peritonitis and other bacterial infections in the stomach area.</li><li>Meningitis: Ceftarol 1000mg Injection may be used in combination with other antibiotics to treat bacterial infection of the membrane (meninges) surrounding the spinal cord and brain.</li><li>Genital Tract Infections: Ceftarol 1000mg Injection is used to treat sexually transmitted infections like gonorrhea and other bacterial infections affecting the reproductive organs.</li><li>Bloodstream Infections: Ceftarol 1000mg Injection is used to manage septicemia caused by susceptible gram-negative bacteria.</li><li>Infections in Immunocompromised Patients: Ceftarol 1000mg Injection may be used to treat fever with low white blood cell count (febrile neutropenia) caused by bacterial infections in patients with a weakened immune system (such as cancer or transplant patients).</li><li>Prophylaxis in Surgical Settings: Ceftarol 1000mg Injection may be used to prevent bacterial infections before certain surgeries, particularly in high-risk individuals.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Ceftarol 1000mg Injection contains Ceftazidime, a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against both aerobic (grow in the presence of oxygen) and anaerobic (grow in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It is used in the treatment of several bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract, brain, bones and joints, ears, throat, skin and soft tissue. Ceftarol 1000mg Injection interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria. Additionally, Ceftarol 1000mg Injection may be used to treat fever due to bacterial infections in patients with low white blood cells count and also to prevent bacterial infections in men during prostate surgery.

FAQs

How does Ceftarol 1000mg Injection work?

Ceftarol 1000mg Injection contains Ceftazidime, an antibiotic that works by damaging the bacterial cell wall (protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills bacteria.

Is Ceftarol 1000mg Injection used to treat meningitis?

Ceftarol 1000mg Injection may be used to treat meningitis (inflammation of membranes covering the brain and spinal cord) caused by bacterial infection. Ceftarol 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic that kills bacteria and prevents the spread of infection.

Does Ceftarol 1000mg Injection cause diarrhoea?

Ceftarol 1000mg Injection may cause diarrhoea as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists, worsens or if you notice blood or mucus in stools, avoid taking Ceftarol 1000mg Injection and consult a doctor immediately.

Can I take Ceftarol 1000mg Injection with furosemide?

You are not recommended to take Ceftarol 1000mg Injection with furosemide as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of kidney problems, especially in patients with kidney impairment and also when Ceftarol 1000mg Injection is given in high doses. However, please consult your doctor before taking Ceftarol 1000mg Injection with other medicines.

Is Ceftarol 1000mg Injection used to treat viral infections?

Ceftarol 1000mg Injection is not used to treat viral infections. Ceftarol 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic that is used to treat only bacterial infections.

Can I stop taking Ceftarol 1000mg Injection on my own?

You are not recommended to stop taking Ceftarol 1000mg Injection without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the infection or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Ceftarol 1000mg Injection for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Ceftarol 1000mg Injection, please consult your doctor.

What is the use of Ceftarol 1000mg Injection?

Ceftarol 1000mg Injection belongs to a class of antibiotics used to treat several bacterial infections.

What is the composition of Ceftarol 1000mg Injection?

Ceftarol 1000mg Injection contains Ceftazidime, an antibiotic that works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) that is necessary for their survival. Thereby damaging the bacterial cell wall and killing bacteria.

What are the common side effects of Ceftarol 1000mg Injection?

Common side effects of Ceftarol 1000mg Injection may include redness and swelling along with a vein, a red raised skin rash that may be itchy, burning, painful, inflammation, or swelling at the site of injection, or diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Ceftarol 1000mg Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.