Here is the complete information for Cefuroxime Injection 1500 mg:
💉 Cefuroxime Injection 1500 mg
🧪 Generic Name:
Cefuroxime Sodium (equivalent to 1500 mg of cefuroxime)
💊 Form & Strength:
- Powder for Injection
- Strength: 1500 mg per vial
- For IV (intravenous) or IM (intramuscular) use
📦 Packaging:
- Supplied as a lyophilized powder in a glass vial
- May include sterile water for injection or saline ampoule for reconstitution (varies by manufacturer)
- Storage:
- Store below 25°C, protected from light and moisture
- Use immediately after reconstitution or within recommended time (as per label)
📌 Indications / Uses:
Used to treat moderate to severe bacterial infections, including:
- Respiratory tract infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Bone and joint infections
- Septicemia
- Meningitis
- Preoperative surgical prophylaxis (commonly in combination with metronidazole)
💉 Dosage (General Guidance):
- Adults:
- 750 mg to 1500 mg every 8 hours
- Severe infections: up to 3–6 g/day in divided doses
- Surgical Prophylaxis:
- 1500 mg at induction, may be followed by 750 mg every 8 hours
⚠️ Dosage must be adjusted in renal impairment
⚠️ Precautions:
- History of penicillin allergy (cross-sensitivity possible)
- Renal dysfunction: Dose adjustment needed
- Monitor for superinfections or C. difficile-associated diarrhea
❌ Contraindications:
- Known hypersensitivity to cephalosporins or beta-lactam antibiotics
💥 Common Side Effects:
- Injection site pain/swelling
- Diarrhea, nausea
- Rash, urticaria
- Elevated liver enzymes
- Rare: anaphylaxis, seizures (especially in renal impairment with high doses)