Cefepime Hydrochloride - Cefepime Drug Information

Indroduction and Uses of Cefepime

Cefepime stops bacteria from making their cell wall, so the bacteria die. Cefepime is used to treat gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, especially those causing infections in the lungs, kidneys, bladder, skin, and abdomen. It is active against some bacteria that are resistant to other antibiotics. They work by killing bacteria or preventing their growth.

Cefepime is given by injection in a vein over 30 minutes, 2 to 3 times a day for 7 to 10 days

Possible Side effects of Cefepime

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

• Vaginal itching
• Headache
• Sleepiness
• Constipation
• Abdominal pain
• Heartburn
• Vaginal candidiasis
• Trouble in breathing
• Yellowing of the eyes or skin
• Decreased red blood cell count
• Prolonged bleeding time
• Abdominal tenderness
• Loss of appetite
• Seizures
• Allergic reaction with fever

Dosage and dosing of Cefepime

The doses of these medicines will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of these medicines. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

Warning and Precautions of Cefepime

• Use of antibiotics can change the normal organisms of your body. Women are at risk of getting fungal infections. Tell your doctor or nurse right away if you get vaginal itching or discharge.
• If you use a clinitest to test your urine for sugar, cefepime may cause a false-positive. Clinistix or Testape will not be affected by cefepime.
• Stop the drug and call your doctor or nurse right away if you develop a rash, fever, hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of face or lips. This can be a serious reaction and needs to be treated right away.
• The drug dose must be reduced if you have kidney problem or colitis.

Storage conditions of Cefepime

Keep Cefepime in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from light and excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take only your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

In case of emergency/overdose

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

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