Cefazolin for Injection, USP is indicated for the treatment of the following serious infections when due to susceptible organisms. Respiratory Tract Infections: Due to S.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cefazolin. Full label: DailyMed.
Cefazolin for Injection, USP is indicated for the treatment of the following serious infections when due to susceptible organisms. Respiratory Tract Infections: Due to S. pneumoniae, Klebsiella species, H. influenzae, S. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), and group A beta-hemolytic streptococci. Injectable benzathine penicillin is considered the drug of choice in treatment and prevention of streptococcal infections, including the prophylaxis of rheumatic fever.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cefazolin. Full label: DailyMed.
Usual Adult Dosage: Type of Infection Dose Frequency Moderate to severe infections 500 mg to 1 gram every 6 to 8 hours Mild infections caused by susceptible gram-positive cocci 250 mg to 500 mg every 8 hours Acute, uncomplicated urinary tract infections 1 gram every 12 hours Pneumococcal pneumonia 500 mg every 12 hours Severe, life-threatening infections (e.g., endocarditis, septicemia)* 1 gram to 1.5 grams every 6 hours * In rare instances, doses of up to 12 grams of Cefazolin for Injection per day have been used.
Directions from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cefazolin — your doctor or pharmacist may advise differently.
CEFAZOLIN FOR INJECTION IS CONTRAINDICATED IN PATIENTS WITH KNOWN ALLERGY TO THE CEPHALOSPORIN GROUP OF ANTIBIOTICS.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cefazolin. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
BEFORE THERAPY WITH CEFAZOLIN FOR INJECTION IS INSTITUTED, CAREFUL INQUIRY SHOULD BE MADE TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE PATIENT HAS HAD PREVIOUS HYPERSENSITIVITY REACTIONS TO CEFAZOLIN, CEPHALOSPORINS, PENICILLINS, OR OTHER DRUGS. IF THIS PRODUCT IS GIVEN TO PENICILLIN‑SENSITIVE PATIENTS, CAUTION SHOULD BE EXERCISED BECAUSE CROSS‑HYPERSENSITIVITY AMONG BETA‑LACTAM ANTIBIOTICS HAS BEEN CLEARLY DOCUMENTED AND MAY OCCUR IN UP TO 10% OF PATIENTS WITH A HISTORY OF PENICILLIN ALLERGY. IF AN ALLERGIC REACTION TO CEFAZOLIN FOR INJECTION OCCURS, DISCONTINUE TREATMENT WITH THE DRUG.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cefazolin — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
The following reactions have been reported: Gastrointestinal: Diarrhea, oral candidiasis (oral thrush), vomiting, nausea, stomach cramps, anorexia, and pseudomembranous colitis. Onset of pseudomembranous colitis symptoms may occur during or after antibiotic treatment (see WARNINGS). Nausea and vomiting have been reported rarely. Allergic: Anaphylaxis, eosinophilia, itching, drug fever, skin rash, Stevens‑Johnson syndrome.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cefazolin — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
10 brands · 4 makers in the NepalDoc catalog — see the full Cefazolin guide →
Protect from light and store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F).
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Cefazolin.
What is Uzoline 250?
Uzoline 250mg Injection is a Cefazolin medicine made by Umedica. It comes as 250mg Injection.
What is Uzoline 250 used for?
According to its FDA label, Cefazolin is used for the treatment of the following serious infections when due to susceptible organisms.
What is the generic name of Uzoline 250?
The generic name of Uzoline 250 is Cefazolin.
Which brands of Cefazolin are available in Nepal?
10 brands of Cefazolin are listed in the NepalDoc catalog, from 4 makers — including Azolin 1gm Injection, Azolin 500mg Injection, Fazlin 1g 1gm Injection, Fazlin 500mg Injection, Reflin 1gm Injection, Reflin 250mg Injection.
What are the side effects of Cefazolin?
The following reactions have been reported: Gastrointestinal: Diarrhea, oral candidiasis (oral thrush), vomiting, nausea, stomach cramps, anorexia, and pseudomembranous colitis. Onset of pseudomembranous colitis symptoms may occur during or after antibiotic treatment (see WARNINGS).
This page is information only and is not medical advice. Medicine details come from the sources listed above and may change — always confirm the medicine, strength and dose with a pharmacist or doctor before use. A catalog listing does not guarantee that a medicine is in stock at any pharmacy.
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