Grct 1000mg/125mg Injection
Zydus Cadila

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206.49

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Bacterial infections

COMPOSITION:
Cefoperazone (1000mg) Tazobactum (125mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
anti infectives

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Grct 1000mg/125mg Injection may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heartbeat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure with alcohol (Disulfiram reactions).

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Grct 1000mg/125mg Injection is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

SAFE
Lactation
SAFE

Grct 1000mg/125mg Injection is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

It is not known whether Grct 1000mg/125mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

There is limited information available on the use of Grct 1000mg/125mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Grct 1000mg/125mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.


Cefoperazone   1000mg

Uses of Cefoperazone
Cefoperazone is used in the treatment of bacterial infectionsIt is used for short-term treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft-tissue, ear, bone, blood, abdomen, genital and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery.

How to use Cefoperazone
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Grct 1000mg/125mg Injection works
Cefoperazone is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body.

Side Effects:

Common Allergic reaction, Nausea, Diarrhoea.

Expert advice for Cefoperazone
Your doctor has prescribed Cefoperazone to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Discontinue Cefoperazone and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. If you're on blood thinners, Cefoperazone can interact with your medications and increase your bleeding tendencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is cefoperazone sulbactam?
Combination of cefoperazone and sulbactam (beta lactamase inhibitor) are used for the treatment of intra-abdominal infections

Q. Is Cefoperazone nephrotoxic?
No, cefoperazona is not a nephrotoxic drug when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycosides (gentamicin, tobramycin) or other cephalosporins antibiotics, it may increase nephrotoxicity. Please consult your doctor before taking the drug

Q. Is Cefoperazone safe?
Cefoperazone is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Tazobactum   125mg

Uses of Tazobactum
Tazobactum is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How to use Tazobactum
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Grct 1000mg/125mg Injection works
Tazobactum blocks the action of the enzymes produced by bacteria to inactivate the antibiotics.

Side Effects:

Common Increased liver enzymes, Bruise, Bleeding, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Altered taste, Shortness of breath, Flatulence, Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Itching, Skin rash, Stomach upset, Vomiting.

Expert advice for Tazobactum

It is given as an infusion (a drip for 30 minutes) into a vein.
Tell the doctor if you have to provide a blood or urine sample for any test because tazobactam and piperacillin may cause false positive results.

Do not start or continue the tazobactam/piperacillin and consult your doctor:

If you are suffering from diarrhea before, or during the treatment with the drug.
If you have kidney or liver problems, low levels of potassium in the blood, or are receiving hemodialysis.
If you develop new or worsening infection, or fits (convulsions) during the treatment.
If you are on a controlled-sodium diet.
If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is tazobactam a sulfa (sulfonamide) drug?
Sulbactam does not contain sulfa. It is a beta lactamase Inhibitor

Q. What is tazobactam sodium?
Tazobactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor used as the sodium salt to increase the antibacterial activity of piperacillin

Q. What is tazact 4.5?
Tazact 4.5 is the brand name for combination of tazobactam and piperacillin

Q. What organisms does tazobactam/piperacillin cover?
Tazobactam in combination with piperacillin is mainly effective against anaerobes and enterococcus, listeria, staphylococcus, citrobacter, haemophilus, moraxella and proteus species but methicillin-resistant staphylococci are resistant to tazobactam/piperacillin

Q. Is tazobactam safe?
Tazobactam is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

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