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About Refnios Injection 1's
Refnios Injection 1's belongs to the group of antibiotics called 'cephalosporin' used to treat various bacterial infections of the nose, lungs, ear, bones, joints, skin, urinary tract, prostate gland and reproductive system. Besides this, Refnios Injection 1's also used before surgeries to prevent post-surgical bacterial infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Refnios Injection 1's does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.
Refnios Injection 1's contains 'Cefazolin' works by interfering with the formation of bacterial cell walls, thereby impairing the bonds that hold the bacterial cell wall together. This allows holes to appear in the bacterial cell walls, which kills the bacteria. Thus, it helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.
You are advised to take Refnios Injection 1's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), vomiting, allergic reaction, nausea, indigestion, diarrhoea, lightheadedness and dizziness. Most of these side effects of Refnios Injection 1's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. Some patients may experience ‘Clostridium difficile associated diarrhoea (CDAD)’ a condition in which healthy bacteria in the colon (intestine) are disrupted.
If you are allergic to Refnios Injection 1's, penicillins or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Refnios Injection 1's. Drive only if you are alert as Refnios Injection 1's may cause dizziness. You are recommended to complete the full course of Refnios Injection 1's as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. Please do not take Refnios Injection 1's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.
Uses of Refnios Injection 1's
Refnios Injection 1's is used to treat Bacterial infections. The detailed uses of Refnios Injection 1's are as follows:

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Refnios Injection 1's belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called cephalosporins used to treat various 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). It is also used before surgeries to prevent post-surgical bacterial infections. Refnios Injection 1's contains Cefazolin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria. Refnios 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.
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If you are allergic to Refnios Injection 1's, penicillins or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney or liver problems, diarrhoea, haemolytic anaemia (reduction in red blood cells that may make your skin pale yellow and cause breathlessness or weakness), kidney or gall stones, inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Refnios Injection 1's. Do not take Refnios Injection 1's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Do not take antacids and calcium-containing products along with Refnios Injection 1's; maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Refnios Injection 1's. Use Refnios Injection 1's with extreme caution in elderly patients above 65 years of age as there is an increased risk of severe adverse effects. You are recommended to complete the full course of Refnios Injection 1's as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. Drive only if you are alert as Refnios Injection 1's may cause dizziness. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Refnios Injection 1's to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any undesirable side-effects.
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Alcohol
Unsafe
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Refnios Injection 1's to prevent unpleasant side-effects.
Pregnancy
Caution
Refnios Injection 1's is a category B pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Refnios Injection 1's may be excreted in human milk in small amounts. Therefore, it is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
Caution
Refnios Injection 1's may cause dizziness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel dizzy after taking Refnios Injection 1's.
Liver
Caution
Take Refnios Injection 1's with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
Caution
Refnios Injection 1's should be used in patients with kidney diseases with extreme caution as Refnios Injection 1's may cause renal toxicity. Dose adjustments are necessary.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Refnios Injection 1's is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor. Do not use Refnios Injection 1's in a child without a doctor's advice. Refnios Injection 1's should never be used in a premature baby, or in any new-born baby who has jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
Heart
Consult your doctor
Please inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease before using Refnios Injection 1's. Your doctor will prescribe it only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
Limited information available for use of Refnios Injection 1's in elderly patients. Please consult your doctor.
Refnios Injection 1's is used to treat bacterial infections of the nose, lungs, ear, bones, joints, skin, urinary tract, prostate gland and reproductive system. Besides this, it is also used before surgeries to prevent post-surgical bacterial infections.
Refnios Injection 1's contains Cefazolin which works by interfering with the formation of bacterial cell walls, thereby impairing the bonds that hold the bacterial cell wall together. This process ultimately disrupts the formation of bacterial cell wall formation, which kills the bacteria. Thus, it helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Refnios Injection 1's. Drink lots of fluids and eat food rich in fibre if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience excess diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
It is recommended to complete the course of Refnios Injection 1's even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).
Refnios Injection 1's may interfere with urine test (for sugar) and Coomb’s test (blood test) giving false-positive results. Therefore, if you are about to undergo any laboratory tests, inform your doctor or lab technician that you are taking Refnios Injection 1's.
Refnios Injection 1's should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems as it may increase the risk of adverse effects. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any kidney problems before taking Refnios Injection 1's so that the dose may be adjusted accordingly.
Consult the doctor if you think Refnios Injection 1's isn’t working for you. Your doctor may increase the dose or prescribe alternate medication based on your condition.
Consult the doctor if your condition does not get better even after completing the duration of treatment or if your condition worsens during treatment with Refnios Injection 1's.
In some cases, Refnios Injection 1's may cause side effects like injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), vomiting, allergic reaction, nausea, indigestion, diarrhoea, lightheadedness and dizziness. Most of these side effects of Refnios Injection 1's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
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