Maxicef 250 MG Injection

Maxicef 250 MG Injection manages bacterial infections such as pneumonia and skin infection, kidney as well as urinary tract infections. It is also used in combination with other medications for treating infections in the abdominal area. Belonging to the drug group known as cephalosporin antibiotics, Maxicef 250 MG Injection cures patients with high fever having a greater risk of infection, due to the low white blood cell count. The medication kills the bacteria, thus preventing the infection from spreading in the body. It is administered by an injection into a vein or a muscle, as instructed by your doctor. It is available in powder form that can be mixed with liquid and also in a pre-mixed liquid form.

The dosage and duration of Maxicef 250 MG Injection will be decided by a healthcare expert. It depends primarily on your overall health condition, the infection you are suffering from and your body’s reaction to the first dose. In case you are taking this medication at home, ensure that you have complete knowledge regarding the preparation and usage. Continue using it till the time you have been prescribed by the doctor, even if you feel that you are getting better. Stopping it abruptly in the middle of the course can result in the returning of the infection. Also, do not take two doses to make up if you have missed a dose previously.

In case of the following serious side effects, seek medical help at once:

• Watery stools with blood, stomach cramps and fever
• Rashes
• Difficulty in swallowing and breathing
• Seizures, confusion or hallucinations
• Signs of liver problem like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite
• Yellowing of your eyes and the skin

In case you are pregnant or planning to be, or a breastfeeding mother, consult your doctor before taking Maxicef 250 MG Injection.

• Pneumonia

• Pyelonephritis

• Skin And Soft Tissue Infections

• Intra-Abdominal Infections

• Allergy

• Abdominal Pain

• Bleeding Gums

• Convulsions

• Fever

• Headache

• Yellow Colored Eyes Or Skin

• Swelling Of Foot

• Diarrhoea

• Redness Of Skin

• Pain At The Injection Site

• Itching Of Vagina Or Genital Area

• Sore Mouth

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for a duration of about 6 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The top effect of this medication is usually observed in 1 to 2 hours of an intramuscular administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This injection should be avoided during pregnancy, unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using it.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported for this injection.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This injection is not safe to use during breastfeeding. It is still suggested to consult a doctor before taking this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Maxicef 250 MG Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Micropime 250 MG Injection

  Micro Labs Ltd

• Megapime 250 MG Injection

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Scud 250 MG Injection

  Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

• C Pime 250 MG Injection

  Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Pregabolin 75 MG Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

Maxicef 250 MG Injection belongs to the fourth generation cephalosporins. It works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to the penicillin-binding proteins which would inhibit the growth and multiplication of bacteria.

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

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Amikacin

  You may experience nausea or vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain, and fluid retention if these medicines are used together. This interaction is more likely to occur if you have a kidney disease. Regular kidney function tests are to be performed and appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Ethinyl Estradiol

  The desired effect of contraceptive pills will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Cholera Vaccine

  You should avoid taking Cholera vaccine for atleast 14 days after taking Maxicef 250 MG Injection. Usage of other antibiotics and vaccines should be reported to the doctor.

  Furosemide

  You may experience nausea or vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain, and fluid retention if these medicines are used together. This interaction is more likely to occur in the elderly population with preexisting kidney disease. Regular kidney function tests are to be performed and appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

• Interaction with Disease

  Impaired Kidney Function

  Maxicef 250 MG Injection should not be used in patients who suffer from impaired kidney function or have any active kidney disease.

  Colitis

  Avoid if you are suffering from any gastrointestinal diseases such as colitis. Drink plenty amount of water to prevent dehydration.

  Impaired Liver Function

  Do not use this medication if you have any liver disease or a family history of liver disease to avoid any undesired effect.

  Seizure Disorders

  Patients suffering from seizures disorder or a family history of seizures should exercise caution while using this injection. Consult a doctor to know some safer alternative of this injection.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.