Stepha 500mg Injection belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called cephalosporins used to treat bacterial infections of the brain, lungs, middle ear, abdomen, urinary tract, kidneys, bones, joints, skin, soft tissues, blood, heart, chest, lime disease (caused by tick bites), and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Stepha 500mg Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria. Stepha 500mg Injection works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

FAQs

How does Stepha 500mg Injection work?

Stepha 500mg Injection works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Does Stepha 500mg Injection cause dizziness?

Stepha 500mg Injection may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert and omit driving and operating machinery if you experience dizziness.

Does Stepha 500mg Injection cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Stepha 500mg Injection. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Does Stepha 500mg Injection affect blood tests?

Stepha 500mg Injection may affect the results of urine tests for sugar and blood test known as coomb’s test (antiglobulin test). Inform the person performing the tests that you are taking Stepha 500mg Injection.

Can I take antacids with Stepha 500mg Injection?

Do not take antacids along with Stepha 500mg Injection; maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both. However, consult your doctor before taking other medicines while on treatment with Stepha 500mg Injection.