food interaction for Scud Injection
alcohol interaction for Scud Injection
pregnancy interaction for Scud Injection
lactation interaction for Scud Injection
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
Consuming alcohol with Scud 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Scud 500mg 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
Scud 500mg 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 Scud 500mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Scud 500mg Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Scud 500mg Injection
Cefepime(500mg)
Scud injection uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of severe bacterial infections.
How scud injection works
Scud 500mg 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 scud injection
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, Diarrhea, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Injection site phlebitis, Skin rash, Increased liver enzymes, Positive Coombs test, Fungal infection of mouth, Vaginal infection, Low blood platelets, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Increased creatinine level in blood, Pseudomembranous colitis, Colitis, Anaphylactic reaction, Increased prothrombin time, Decreased phosphate level in blood, Increased partial thromboplastin time (PTT), Red spots or bumps, Vaginal inflammation, Redness of skin, Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood, Increased blood urea nitrogen, Increased calcium level in blood, Increased potassium level in blood, Increased bilirubin in the blood, Neurotoxicity, Clostridium difficile associated diarrhea
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Expert advice FOR Scud Injection
- Your doctor has prescribed Cefepime 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 Cefepime 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 Scud 500mg Injection
Cefepime
Q. How long does Scud 500mg Injection takes to work?
Usually, Scud 500mg Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Q. Can the use of Scud 500mg Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Scud 500mg 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 I don't get better after using Scud 500mg 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.