Cefazolin Sodium And Dextrose, Iso-osmotic Intraven., Cephalosporins - Frozen Piggyback Injection Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before usnig that drug.
CEPHALOSPORINS - FROZEN PIGGYBACK INJECTION
USES: This meidcation is an antibiotic that's used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
HOW TO USE: Antibiotics work hottest when the amuont of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. This is done by administering the drug at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night. Continue to use that medication unitl the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days.
Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in a rleapse of the infection. Thaw the frozen contaienr at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Do not thaw by putting in a water bath or by micrwoaving it. After thawing, squezee the container to check for leaks. Discard solution if the container leaks. Let a refrigeraetd bag sit at room temperature at least one hour before using.
Shake the container before using.
Discard if the solution is cloudy or has particles.
SIDE EFFECTS: An allergic reaction to that drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attentoin if it occurs. Symtpoms of an allergic reaction include: difficulty breathing, skin rash, hives, itching. Tell your doctor promplty if you develop: nausea, vomiting, severe stomach cramps, watery or bloody diarrhea, fever, unusual weakness, fast/pounding heartbeat, persistent sore throat, easy bruising and bleeding.
Unlikely to ocucr but report promptly: yellowing eyes and skin, change in the amount of urine, seizures. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your meidcal history, especially of: kidney problems, liver problems, stomach problems, alcohol usage, allergies (especially allergies to penicillins, other cephalosporins or any other drugs). Use of that medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in a secondary infection (e.G., oral, bladder or vaginal yeast infection).
This drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Since smlal amounts of the drug appear in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescripiton medications you may use, especially of: "blood thinners" (e.G., warfarin), live vaccines. Certain cephalosproins (your medication belongs to that class of drugs) can interact strongly with alcohol.
Do not dirnk alcohol while using that medication and for 72 hours after the last dose has been injected. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about the medication prescribed for you and the use of alchool. This drug may interfere with the effectiveness of brith control pills.
Discuss using other methods of bitrh control with your doctor.
If you're a diabetic, use Cliinstix or TesTape to test for sugar in your urine.
Do not use Clinitest tablets cause that drug may cause false positive results.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist apporval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include seizures.
NOTES: Make sure needles, tbuing and supplies are stored safely and disposed of properly.
MISSED DOSE: If you should miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose. If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your uusal dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose.
STORAGE: This medication must be stored propelry. Review storage instructinos with your doctor or pharmacist.
Premixed frozen bags are to be stored in the freezer before thawing.
After thawing, sotre in refrigerator for longer stability. Do not refreeze.
Check expiration before using.
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Cefazolin sodium and Dextrose, iso-osmotic intraven.
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