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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 1:13 PM IST

About Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's

Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's belongs to the class of cephalosporin antibiotics indicated to treat a wide range of bacterial infections including lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and skin structure infections, septicemia (blood infection), meningitis (infection of brain and spinal cord), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted infections), bone and joint infections. Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's is also used to prevent infections during surgery. 

Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against a wide range of bacteria. It works by blocking the activity of an enzyme that makes peptidoglycan (a vital component of the bacterial cell wall). This prevents the formation of bacterial cell covering, thereby kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infection.

A healthcare expert will administer Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's; do not self-administer. In some cases, Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, pain, and swelling at the site of injection. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

Let your doctor know about your medical condition and the medications you are taking to avoid the occurrence of potential interactions. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, suspect you are pregnant or plan to have a baby; your doctor will weigh the benefits of Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's therapy against the risk to your baby. Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert.

Uses of Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's is used to treat respiratory tract infections, ear infections, skin infections, genitourinary infections, and bone infections. Besides this, Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's is also used to prevent infection after surgery and in the early treatment of Lyme disease caused by bacteria (Borrelia burgdorferi) in adults and children over the age of 12 years. Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against a wide range of bacteria. It works by blocking the activity of an enzyme that makes peptidoglycan (a vital component of the bacterial cell wall). This prevents the formation of bacterial cell covering, thereby kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infection.

Directions for Use

Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's

  • Pain and swelling at the site of injection
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

Do not take Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's if you are allergic to any of the contents. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems. Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's may cause Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD). If you experience a severe, persistent diarrhoea, or if you find blood or mucus in stools, consult your doctor immediately. Let your doctor know about your medical condition and the medications you are taking to avoid the occurrence of potential interactions.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's may interact with aminoglycoside-type antibiotics (gentamicin, neomycin), diuretics (furosemide), gout medications (probenecid), anticoagulants (warfarin), and oral contraceptives or birth control pills (levonorgestrel,   medroxyprogesterone), and certain vaccines (BCG, cholera vaccine live, typhoid vaccine live).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid grapefruit juice as it may affect the working of Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation of the colon), kidney or liver disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • GENTAMICIN
  • NEOMYCIN
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • PROBENECID
  • WARFARIN
  • LEVONORGESTREL
  • MEDROXYPROGESTERONE
  • BCG VACCINE
  • CHOLERA VACCINE LIVE
  • TYPHOID VACCINE LIVE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • After completing the course of Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's, probiotics should be taken to restore healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria which helps stimulate their growth. 
  • Avoid taking too much calcium enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's in fighting off infections.

Special Advise

  • Regular monitoring of blood count, haemoglobin levels, renal and liver function tests are recommended.
  • Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's might affect lab test results. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply and infect the body. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.

About Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's

Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's belongs to the class of cephalosporin antibiotics indicated to treat a wide range of bacterial infections including lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and skin structure infections, septicemia (blood infection), meningitis (infection of brain and spinal cord), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted infections), bone and joint infections. Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's is also used to prevent infections during surgery. 

Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against a wide range of bacteria. It works by blocking the activity of an enzyme that makes peptidoglycan (a vital component of the bacterial cell wall). This prevents the formation of bacterial cell covering, thereby kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infection.

A healthcare expert will administer Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's; do not self-administer. In some cases, Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, pain, and swelling at the site of injection. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

Let your doctor know about your medical condition and the medications you are taking to avoid the occurrence of potential interactions. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, suspect you are pregnant or plan to have a baby; your doctor will weigh the benefits of Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's therapy against the risk to your baby. Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert.

Non returnable*
COD available

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Non returnable*
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Online payment accepted

Composition

CEFUROXIME-1.5GM

Manufacturer/Marketer

Glenmark Pharmaceutical Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

Uses of Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's is used to treat respiratory tract infections, ear infections, skin infections, genitourinary infections, and bone infections. Besides this, Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's is also used to prevent infection after surgery and in the early treatment of Lyme disease caused by bacteria (Borrelia burgdorferi) in adults and children over the age of 12 years. Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against a wide range of bacteria. It works by blocking the activity of an enzyme that makes peptidoglycan (a vital component of the bacterial cell wall). This prevents the formation of bacterial cell covering, thereby kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infection.

Side Effects of Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's

  • Pain and swelling at the site of injection
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Directions for Use

Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's if you are allergic to any of the contents. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver problems. Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's may cause Clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD). If you experience a severe, persistent diarrhoea, or if you find blood or mucus in stools, consult your doctor immediately. Let your doctor know about your medical condition and the medications you are taking to avoid the occurrence of potential interactions.

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • GENTAMICIN
  • NEOMYCIN
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • PROBENECID
  • WARFARIN
  • LEVONORGESTREL
  • MEDROXYPROGESTERONE
  • BCG VACCINE
  • CHOLERA VACCINE LIVE
  • TYPHOID VACCINE LIVE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • After completing the course of Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's, probiotics should be taken to restore healthy bacteria in the intestine that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea. Certain fermented foods like yoghurt, cheese, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include more fibre-enriched food in your diet, as it can be easily digested by gut bacteria which helps stimulate their growth. 
  • Avoid taking too much calcium enriched foods and drinks as it might affect the working of Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's.
  • Avoid intake of alcoholic beverages with Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's as it can make you dehydrated and affect your sleep. This can make it harder for your body to aid Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's in fighting off infections.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Regular monitoring of blood count, haemoglobin levels, renal and liver function tests are recommended.
  • Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's might affect lab test results. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Altacef 1.5 gm Injection 1's.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply and infect the body. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly. When you get infected with bacteria, you can experience generalized symptoms like fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.

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