food interaction for Reflin Injection

alcohol interaction for Reflin Injection

pregnancy interaction for Reflin Injection

lactation interaction for Reflin Injection

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
Consuming alcohol with Reflin 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Reflin 1gm Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Reflin 1gm Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Reflin 1gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Reflin 1gm Injection

Cefazolin(1gm)

Reflin injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used before surgeries to prevent the post-surgical bacterial infections.

How reflin injection works

Reflin 1gm Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Common side effects of reflin injection

Rash, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Allergic reaction, Nausea, Indigestion, Diarrhea

SUBSTITUTES FOR Reflin Injection

3 Substitutes
3 Substitutes
Sorted By
RelevancePrice
  • Alcizon 1gm Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 20.60/Injection
    Injection
    Rs. 21.25
    pay 312% more per Injection
  • Nostof 1gm Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Jolly Healthcare
    Rs. 25/Injection
    Injection
    Rs. 25.81
    pay 400% more per Injection
  • Negcin 1gm Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Nootan Pharmaceuticals
    Rs. 22.10/Injection
    Injection
    Rs. 22.78
    pay 342% more per Injection

Expert advice FOR Reflin Injection

  • Your doctor has prescribed Cefazolin to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Discontinue Cefazolin and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Frequently asked questions FOR Reflin 1gm Injection

Cefazolin

Q. Can the use of Reflin 1gm Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Reflin 1gm Injection can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. What if Reflin 1gm Injection doesn't work?
Talk to your doctor if Reflin 1gm Injection doesn't seem to work for you. Your doctor may increase the dose of Reflin 1gm Injection or switch you to an alternate option, which may work for you.
Q. What if I don't get better after using Reflin 1gm Injection?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Content on this page was last updated on 24 January, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)