Eceft 500 Injection belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called cephalosporins used to treat bacterial infections of the brain, lungs, middle ear, abdomen, urinary tract, kidneys, bones, joints, skin, soft tissues, blood, heart, chest, lime disease (caused by tick bites), and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Eceft 500 Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria. Eceft 500 Injection works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

FAQs

How does Eceft 500 Injection work?

Eceft 500 Injection works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Does Eceft 500 Injection cause dizziness?

Eceft 500 Injection may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert and omit driving and operating machinery if you experience dizziness.

Does Eceft 500 Injection cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Eceft 500 Injection. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Does Eceft 500 Injection affect blood tests?

Eceft 500 Injection may affect the results of urine tests for sugar and blood test known as coomb’s test (antiglobulin test). Inform the person performing the tests that you are taking Eceft 500 Injection.

Can I take antacids with Eceft 500 Injection?

Do not take antacids along with Eceft 500 Injection; maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both. However, consult your doctor before taking other medicines while on treatment with Eceft 500 Injection.