GENERIC NAME: CEFEPIME INJECTION (SEFF-eh-peem)
BRAND NAME(S): Maxipime
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication is an antibiotic used in the treatment of a wide variety of bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, pneumonia and skin infections.
HOW TO USE: This medication is given by injection into a muscle o vein usually twice a day for 7 to 10 days based on the type and severity of your infection. Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Do this by using the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night as prescribed. Continue to use this medication for the full time prescribed even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in a reoccurrence of the infection. Do not use this medication if cloudy.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause headache, nausea, dizziness, vaginal yeast infection and irritation at the injection site. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects: mental/mood changes, vomiting, severe stomach cramps, watery or bloody diarrhea, fever or unusual weakness, muscle twitching (myoclonus), unusual bleeding or bruising, yellowing of the eyes or skin. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these very unlikely but serious side effects: change in amount of urine, seizures. An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: skin rash, hives, severe dizziness, itching, difficulty breathing.. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
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