Cefbact ES Injection is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. It prevents the growth of the microorganisms that cause the infection.

Cefbact ES Injection must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not miss any scheduled appointments for taking this medicine. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better, which will ensure a better recovery.

The common side effects of this medicine are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. To overcome the side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. It may also lead to mild and temporary injection site redness and pain. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disease. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health condition. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctors before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine. You should consult the doctor about prescribing an alternative medicine for your condition. It is advised to take proper rest during the sickness for the medicine to work effectively.

Benefits of Cefbact ES Powder for infusion

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Cefbact ES Injection is an antibiotic medicine and is used to treat certain bacterial infections such as meningitis (infection of the brain), pneumonia (infection of the lungs), gonorrhea (a sexually transmitted disease), pelvic inflammatory disease (infection of the female reproductive organs that may cause infertility) and infections of ear, abdomen, urinary tract, skin, bones and joints. Cefbact ES Injection is also sometimes given before certain types of surgery to prevent infections that may develop after the operation.

Side effects of Cefbact ES Powder for infusion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cefbact ES

• Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea

How to use Cefbact ES Powder for infusion

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Cefbact ES Powder for infusion works

Cefbact ES Injection is a combination of three medicines: Ceftriaxone, Disodium edetate and Sulbactam. Ceftriaxone is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria in the human body. Disodium edetate is an adjuvant while Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor. They are added to reduce resistance and enhance the activity of Ceftriaxone against bacteria.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cefbact ES Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Cefbact ES Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Cefbact ES Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

UNSAFE

Cefbact ES Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Cefbact ES Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Cefbact ES Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.