Pefcin 400mg Infusion

Description

Pefcin 400mg Infusion is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues, and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by stopping further growth of the causative microorganisms. Pefcin 400mg Infusion is given as an injection into a vein (intravenous), in cases where oral administration is not possible, such as in hospitalized or unconscious patients. It is administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Some people may have nausea, headache, and dizziness as side effects of this medicine. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also 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. You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, shortness of breath, or breathing problems. Special care should be taken in people with kidney or liver problems while taking this medicine.

Introduction

In Bacterial infections Pefcin 400mg Infusion is an antibiotic medicine which can be used to treat many different infections caused by bacteria. These include infections of the ear, nose, throat, lungs, urinary tract, skin, and soft tissues in adults and children. It works by killing and stopping the growth of the bacteria causing the infection. It is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Benefits

Pefcin 400mg Infusion is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

How to use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : SAFE - Consuming alcohol with Pefcin 400mg Infusion does not cause any harmful side effects. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Pefcin 400mg Infusion during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Pefcin 400mg Infusion is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. - Driving : UNSAFE - Pefcin 400mg Infusion may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : CAUTION - Pefcin 400mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pefcin 400mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CAUTION - Pefcin 400mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pefcin 400mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.