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Lactagard 1000Mg/500Mg Injection

Manufacturer :  Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Cefoperazone, Sulbactam
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Lactagard 1000Mg/500Mg Injection

Lactagard injection belongs to a group of drugs called cephalosporin antibiotics and is composed of Cefoperazone and Sulbactam. It is used for treating bacterial infections which are resistant to this group of antibiotics. This drug works by inhibiting the cell wall synthesis of the bacteria, preventing it from growing. Depending on your condition, medical health, age, body weight and reaction to medication your doctor will prescribe a specific dosage.

Special precautions should be taken before taking this medicine if you suffer from hypersensitivity to penicillins, colitis, renal impairment and other gastrointestinal diseases. Dosage reduction may be necessary for you if you have liver dysfunction, alcohol addiction, malabsorption states or a poor nutritional status.

    What are the uses of Lactagard 1000Mg/500Mg Injection

    • Bacterial Infections

    What are the contraindications of Lactagard 1000Mg/500Mg Injection ?

    What are the side effects of Lactagard 1000Mg/500Mg Injection ?

    Key highlights of Lactagard 1000Mg/500Mg Injection

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Please consult your doctor if you are a breastfeeding woman.

    What are the substitutes for Lactagard 1000Mg/500Mg Injection ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Lactagard 1000Mg/500Mg Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is composed of Cefoperazone and Sulbactam. Cefoperazone is a kind of antibiotic that helps deal with bacterial infection. The medication prevents the synthesis of the bacterial cell walls, as it binds to the penicillin-binding proteins. The drug stops the last stage of the bacterial cell wall formation. Sulbactam works as a beta-lactamase inhibitor by binding to beta-lactamase enzyme produced by bacterial cells, which in turn inhibits its enzymatic action and prevents beta-lactam antibiotics from being metabolised by the enzyme.

      What are the interactions of Lactagard 1000Mg/500Mg Injection ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Alcohol

        Alcohol consumption is not advised during the course of treatment for this medication.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        Do not use this medication in combination with Aminoglycoside antibiotics, Loop diuretics, Anticoagulants and Probenecid.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        Patients who suffer from Renal impairment should avoid using this medication.
      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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