Maxicef 500 mg Injection belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called cephalosporins used to treat respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, skin, intraabdominal, gynaecological, bacterial meningitis (infection of brain and spinal cord) in children, and infection of the bloodstream. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body.
 
Maxicef 500 mg 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. Maxicef 500 mg Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
 
In some cases, Maxicef 500 mg Injection may cause common side-effects such as diarrhoea, rashes, anaemia, pain and inflammation at the site of injection. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Maxicef 500 mg Injection may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Maxicef 500 mg Injection is safe for children if prescribed by a doctor; the dose and duration may vary depending on the child’s weight and the severity of the infection. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interactions.

Maxicef 500 mg Injection belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called cephalosporin antibiotics. Maxicef 500 mg Injection is used to treat respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, skin, intraabdominal, gynaecological, bacterial meningitis (infection of the brain and spinal cord) in children, and infection of the bloodstream. Maxicef 500 mg Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic active against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Maxicef 500 mg Injection prevents 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. 

Do not take Maxicef 500 mg Injection if you are allergic to any of the components. Talk to your doctor if you have/had intestinal problems, malnourishment, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Maxicef 500 mg Injection may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Consult a doctor if you notice any unusual bleeding or bruising.

• Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics, such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
• Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
• Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice, as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

• Maxicef 500 mg Injection may produce a false-positive result for urine glucose and Coombs test. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Maxicef 500 mg Injection.

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. Symptoms include fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicines are more prone to bacterial infection.