Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as respiratory tract (lungs) infection, urine infection, blood infection, meningitis (inflammation of the brain and spinal cord), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), skin, abdominal, bone, and joint infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefoperazone (cephalosporin antibiotic) and sulbactam (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefoperazone works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. On the other hand, sulbactam works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefoperazone against the bacteria. Together, Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's helps to treat bacterial infections.

You may experience diarrhoea, allergic reaction, abnormal liver function tests, and anaemia (low number of red blood cells). Most of these side effects of Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Before starting Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid taking Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's if you are breastfeeding as Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's may pass into breast milk. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's to prevent unpleasant side-effects.

Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat various bacterial infections such as respiratory tract (lungs) infection, urine infection, blood infection, meningitis (inflammation of the brain and spinal cord), gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease), skin, abdominal, bone, and joint infections. Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Cefoperazone (cephalosporin antibiotic) and sulbactam (beta-lactamase inhibitor). Cefoperazone works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria. On the other hand, sulbactam works by decreasing bacterial resistance and enhancing the activity of cefoperazone against the bacteria. Together, Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's helps to treat bacterial infections.

After taking Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's if you have allergy-like symptoms including rash, swelling of the face/lips/throat, difficulty in breathing, or tightness in the chest, immediately contact your doctor. Do not take Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's if you have an allergy to Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's, cephalosporins penicillin class of antibiotics as it may cause a skin rash, itching, and difficulty in breathing. People having liver disease or jaundice (yellowing of skin/eye) should not take Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's, as it can damage your liver severely. You may have diarrhoea in some cases which can be managed by taking it with any probiotics and plenty of fluids. Do not take antacids along with Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's; maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects.

• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
• Discontinue Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
• Diarrhoea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
• Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's is preferably taken with food to avoid an upset stomach.
• Some people may be allergic to Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's or other penicillin or cephalosporin group of antibiotics. So a prior sensitivity test may be necessary. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any medicine particularly antibiotics belong to these groups.
• If you feel nauseous after taking Castum 1.5 gm Injection 1's, stick to simple meals like porridge, khichdi, dal roti, and other home-cooked meals. Avoid spicy and fatty food.