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Introduction About ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION
ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION contains Cefuroxime which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is used as a management management during eye surgery for cataracts (cloudy eyes) from bacterial infections.
ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with a high risk of getting an infection or in patient having a complicated cataract or even a combined eye surgery is planned.
Tell your doctor if you are suffering from severe thyroid disease or a bacterial infection called MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus).
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION.
This medicine may cause rare side effects such as allergic reactions which causes difficulty in breathing, dizziness and macular oedema (blurry or wavy vision near or in the center of your field of vision). Consult your doctor immediately if any of the above symptoms worsen.
Uses Of ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION
- Used to manage bacterial infection during eye surgery for cataracts (cloudy eyes)
How ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION Works
ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION is a second-generation cephalosporin that interferes with the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall by binding to the specific binding proteins located inside the bacterial cell wall. This leads to the breaking down of the cell wall inside the bacteria and reducing its stability, thus causing cell damage, and eventually causing bacterial elimination.
How to use ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION
ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION will be administered by your doctor or nurse at the end of the cataract surgery. Your doctor will administer the correct dose for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects Of ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION
Rare
Stop receiving ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- serious allergic reaction which causes difficulty in breathing or dizziness
- macular oedema (blurry or wavy vision near or in the centre of your field of vision)
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.
Breastfeeding
ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers. Consult your doctor before receiving the medicine.
Allergy
Do not receive ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Cefuroxime, cephalosporin, penicillin, monobactams, carbapenems or to any other ingredients of this medicine.
Others
Before receiving ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you:
- are at risk of infection due to bacteria called MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus)
- have any other infections
- have been told you have a complicated cataract
- are planned for combined eye surgery
- have severe thyroid disorder
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before receiving ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are receiving any other medicines, including herbal and ayurvedic medicines.
Overdosage:
ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION will be administered to you by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital, so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor or nurse if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Synopsis
| Drug | : |
Cefuroxime |
| Pharmacological Category | : |
Cephalosporin Antibiotics |
| Therapeutic Indication | : |
Preventive therapy during cataract eye surgery |
| Dosage Forms | : |
Tablet, Injection, Capsule, Syrup, Dry Suspension, Drops, Dispersible tablet |
More Information
- Keep out of reach of children
- Store at room temperature
FAQs About ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION
What should be taken care of before receiving ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION?
ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with a high risk of getting an infection or in patient having a complicated cataract or even a combined eye surgery is planned. Talk to your doctor if you are suffering from severe thyroid disease or a bacterial infection called MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus).
What is ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION used for?
ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION is used as a management method during eye surgery for cataracts (cloudy eyes) from bacterial infections. Consult doctor before receiving the medicine.
What are the side effects of receiving ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION?
Side effects of receiving ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION such as allergic reaction which causes difficulty in breathing, dizziness and Macular oedema (blurry or wavy vision near or in the center of your field of vision) which is very rare to happen. Consult your doctor immediately if any of the symptoms worsen with time.
How to use ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION?
ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor in your eye at the end of the cataract surgery. Your doctor will administer the correct dose for you depending upon your age and body weight.
Can I drive after receiving ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION?
There is no data regarding whether ENTOCEF 50MG INJECTION has influence on your ability to drive. However, it is advisable to take precaution after cataract surgery and wait for doctor’s approval post-surgery. Consult your doctor.
References
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2. Daien V, Papinaud L, Gillies MC, Domerg C, Nagot N, Lacombe S, Daures JP, Carriere I, Villain M. Effectiveness and Safety of an Intracameral Injection of Cefuroxime for the Prevention of Endophthalmitis After Cataract Surgery with or Without Perioperative Capsular Rupture. JAMA Ophthalmol. National Library of Medicine. 2016. [Accessed on 1st July 2022] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27136069/
3. Cicik ME, Dogan C, Arslan OS. Effect of Intracameral Ophthalmic Cefuroxime Solution (Aprokam®) in the Prophylaxis of Cataract Surgery in Patients with Keratoplasty. Balkan Med J. National Library of Medicine. 2018. [Accessed on 1st July 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5863257/
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