Cefoperazone
Information about Cefoperazone
Cefoperazone uses
Cefoperazone is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
How cefoperazone works
Cefoperazone is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Common side effects of cefoperazone
Diarrhea, Vomiting, Fever, Itching, Decreased hemoglobin, Decreased hematocrit level, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Positive Coombs test, Low blood platelets, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Injection site phlebitis, Increased aspartate aminotransferase, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood, Jaundice, Urticaria, Maculopapular rash, Injection site pain, Hypoprothrombinemia, Hypersensitivity, Hemorrhage, Pseudomembranous colitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis
Available Medicine for Cefoperazone
Expert advice for Cefoperazone
- Your doctor has prescribed Cefoperazone 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 harder to treat.
- Discontinue Cefoperazone 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 does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cefoperazone as it may cause increased side effects.
Frequently asked questions for Cefoperazone
Cefoperazone
Q. Is Cefoperazone effective?
Cefoperazone is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Cefoperazone too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Is Cefoperazone bactericidal or bacteriostatic?
Cefoperazone is primarily bactericidal(one which kills the causative organisms) but it may be bacteriostatic (one which slows down the growth of bacteria) also. Its activity depends on the organism, tissue penetration, dosage, and rate of organism multiplication.
Q. How does Cefoperazone act?
Cefoperazone acts by adhering to the proteins synthesized by the bacteria, thereby inhibiting the organisms to develop their protective covering known as cell wall. This kills the bacteria.