Bactoric 1.5gm Injection: Powerful Antibacterial Solution

Description:

• Contains two active ingredients: Cefoperazone (a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic) and Sulbactam (a beta-lactamase inhibitor).
• Effective against a wide range of bacteria.

Uses:

• Respiratory tract infections.
• Urinary tract infections.
• Intra-abdominal infections.
• Septicemia.
• Meningitis.
• Skin and soft tissue infections.
• Bone and joint infections.
• Endometritis.

Therapeutic Effects:

• Cefoperazone interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to the destruction of the bacteria.
• Sulbactam inactivates beta-lactamase enzymes produced by certain bacteria, enhancing the effectiveness of Cefoperazone against resistant bacteria.

Contraindications:

• Hypersensitivity or allergy to the drug or its components.
• Avoid alcohol consumption during and up to the fifth day after administration to prevent a disulfiram-like reaction.

Precautions:

• Consult a doctor before taking the medicine if you have liver disorders, bowel diseases, or clotting disorders.
• Pregnancy: use only if necessary.
• Breastfeeding: caution is advised as the medicine passes into breast milk.
• Driving: safe to drive after administering the injection.

Interaction with Other Drugs:

• Inform your physician about all your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, vaccinations, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products.

Storage:

• Store at temperatures not exceeding 25°C.
• Keep away from the reach of children and pets.

Administration:

• Do not self-administer.
• The duration and dose of treatment are decided by the doctor based on the disease severity and other factors.
• Administered as an intravenous infusion or intramuscular injection.

Side Effects:

• Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhea, allergic reactions, anemia, abnormal liver function, and injection site reactions.

FAQs:

1. What is Bactoric 1.5gm injection used for?

   • Treats various bacterial infections, especially those caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria.

2. How does Bactoric 1.5gm injection work?

   • Cefoperazone interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis, and Sulbactam inactivates beta-lactamase enzymes.

3. How is Bactoric 1.5gm injection administered?

   • Administered as an intramuscular injection or intravenous infusion.

4. What are the common side effects of Bactoric 1.5gm injection?

   • Common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, dizziness, rash, itching, and local reactions at the injection site.

5. Can Bactoric 1.5gm injection be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

   • Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding only if needed and prescribed by a healthcare professional.

Fact Box:

• Molecule name: Cefoperazone + Sulbactam
• Therapeutic class: Antibiotics
• Pharmacological class:
  • Cefoperazone - Third-generation cephalosporin
  • Sulbactam - Beta-lactamase inhibitor
• Indications:
  • Respiratory Tract Infections
  • Urinary Tract Infections
  • Intra-abdominal Infections
  • Septicemia
  • Meningitis
  • Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
  • Bone and Joint Infections
  • Endometritis

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