Product introduction Cefaprex 1g Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, blood, and heart. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery. Cefaprex 1g Injection fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should use this medicine regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening. The most common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea and changes in liver function tests and blood counts. Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause increased side effects. Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics, and if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it. Uses of Cefaprex Injection Bacterial infections Side effects of Cefaprex Injection Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Cefaprex Increased liver enzymes Allergic reaction Anemia (low number of red blood cells) Diarrhea Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness) How to use Cefaprex Injection Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer. How Cefaprex Injection works Cefaprex 1g Injection 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. Safety advice warnings Alcohol UNSAFE Consuming alcohol while taking Cefaprex 1g Injection may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction). warnings Pregnancy SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Cefaprex 1g Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies. warnings Breast feeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Cefaprex 1g Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Avoid prolonged use of Cefaprex 1g Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea. warnings Driving SAFE Cefaprex 1g Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive. warnings Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Cefaprex 1g Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cefaprex 1g Injection is recommended. warnings Liver CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR There is limited information available on the use of Cefaprex 1g Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. What if you forget to take Cefaprex Injection? If you miss a dose of Cefaprex 1g Injection, consult your doctor.