Supacef 750 mg Injection is a broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Supacef 750 mg Injection are as follows:<ul><li>Respiratory tract infections: Supacef 750 mg Injection helps in the treatment of pulmonary infections caused by bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Klebsiella spp.</li><li>Urinary tract infections (UTIs): Supacef 750 mg Injection effectively treats urinary tract infections caused by bacteria such as Escherichia coli and Klebsiella spp.</li><li>Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections: Supacef 750 mg Injection is used to treat cellulitis or wound infections caused by susceptible bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.</li><li>Septicemia: Supacef 750 mg Injection is used to treat blood infections caused by bacteria like E. coli, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae.</li><li>Bacterial meningitis: Supacef 750 mg Injection is prescribed to manage infections of the brain and spinal cord lining caused by organisms like Neisseria meningitidis and Streptococcus pneumoniae.</li><li>Gonorrhea: Supacef 750 mg Injection is used to manage both uncomplicated and more widespread forms of gonococcal infections caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.</li><li>Bone and joint infections: Supacef 750 mg Injection is indicated for infections affecting bones and joints, including those caused by Staphylococcus aureus.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Supacef 750 mg Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections.
It is commonly prescribed for respiratory tract infections, ear infections, skin and soft tissue infections, genitourinary tract infections, and bone infections.
In addition to treating existing infections, Supacef 750 mg Injection is also used to prevent infections that may occur after surgical procedures.
It is effective in the early treatment of Lyme disease, caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, in adults and children over the age of 12 years.
Supacef 750 mg Injection works by inhibiting the activity of an enzyme responsible for producing peptidoglycan, a vital component of the bacterial cell wall. By blocking the formation of this protective cell wall, Supacef 750 mg Injection causes the bacterial cells to break down and die, thereby eliminating the infection from the body.

FAQs

What is the use of Supacef 750 mg Injection?

Supacef 750 mg Injection belongs to the class of cephalosporin antibiotics indicated to treat a wide range of bacterial infections, including lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and skin structure infections, septicemia (blood infection), meningitis (infection of brain and spinal cord), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted infections), and bone and joint infections. Supacef 750 mg Injection is also used to prevent infections during surgery.

How does Supacef 750 mg Injection work?

Supacef 750 mg Injection works by blocking the activity of an enzyme that makes peptidoglycan (a vital component of the bacterial cell wall). This prevents the formation of bacterial cell covering, thereby killing the bacteria and treating bacterial infection.

Do I need to avoid any food or drink with Supacef 750 mg Injection?

After taking an antibiotic, you may need to wait up to three hours before eating or drinking any dairy products, including milk, butter, yoghurt, and cheese. Grapefruit juice and dietary supplements containing minerals like calcium may also affect the effectiveness of antibiotics.

Does Supacef 750 mg Injection help treat cough, flu and cold?

Supacef 750 mg Injection is used to treat bacterial infections and does not treat viral infections such as cough, flu or cold.

Does Supacef 750 mg Injection affect birth control pills?

Supacef 750 mg Injection may interact with birth control pills and lower their efficiency. Inform your doctor if you use any birth control pills.

Does Supacef 750 mg Injection cause diarrhoea?

Supacef 750 mg Injection may cause Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD). If you experience severe, persistent diarrhoea, or if you find blood or mucus in your stools, consult your doctor immediately. Do not take anti-diarrhoeal medicine on your own.