What is Cefoperazone Sodium for:
Used for upper and lower respiratory and urinary tract infections; skin, soft tissue, bone and joint infections; septicemia, meningitis, peritonitis, cholecystitis, cholangitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, endometritis, gonorrhea, and other abdominal and genital tract infections
How does Cefoperazone Sodium work:
Cefoperazone works to harm the bacteria and fight the infection.
How should Cefoperazone Sodium be used:
Take this drug as directed by the doctor
Common side effects of Cefoperazone Sodium :
Allergic reactions, reversible neutropenia, Transient rise in SGOT-SGPT and alkaline phosphatase, eosinophilia, positive direct coombs test, anemia and reduced hematocrit.
What do I do if I miss a dose
Call your doctor to find out what to do.
What precautions should I take when taking Cefoperazone Sodium :
If you have an allergy to cefixime or any other part of this drug. - Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
When do I need to seek medical help
Hypersensitivity to cephalosporins and penicillins.
Can I take Cefoperazone Sodium with other medicines:
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid Alcohol
How do I store Cefoperazone Sodium :
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Pregnancy Category
Category C: Either studies in animals have revealed adverse effects on the foetus (teratogenic or embryocidal or other) and there are no controlled studies in women or studies in women and animals are not available. Drugs should be given only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the foetus.
Therapeutic Classification
Cephalosporins