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Nefasul Inj belongs to the group of anti-bacterial, anti-parasitic, antifungal and antiviral drugs. The drug is prepared in powder form for injection, packed in boxes of 10 vials. Adhering to the indications, the dose of Nefasul Inj will help patients improve the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects.
1. Uses and indications of Nefasul Inj
Nefasul Inj drug has the main ingredient Ceftazidim 1g. The drug is indicated in the following cases:
Lower respiratory tract infections; Skin and skin structure infections; Urinary tract infections with or without complications; Bone and joint infections; Obstetric and gynecological infections; Abdominal infections ; Central nervous system infections, meningitis.
2. Contraindications of Nefasul Inj
Nefasul Inj is contraindicated in case the patient is sensitive to any of the ingredients and excipients in the drug.
3. Dosage and how to use Nefasul Inj
Usage: Nefasul Inj is administered by intravenous infusion or deep intramuscular injection. Usually, the injection will be injected into the lateral 1⁄4 corner of the thigh or upper buttock.
Only persons with expertise and technical training can mix Nefasul Inj solution for infusion:
Solution for intramuscular injection: Mix Nefasul Inj with 0.5 % or 1% lidocaine hydrochloride solution or 3ml distilled water for injection ; Intravenous solution: Dilute Nefasul Inj with 0.9% sodium chloride solution or 5% dextrose or with 10ml of distilled water for injection; Solution for infusion: Mix Nefasul Inj as the formula for intravenous injection, but with a concentration of 10-20 mg/ml (equivalent to 1-2g of drug in 100ml of solvent). Dosage:
For adults:
The usual dose of Nefasul Inj is 1g, every 8 hours / time or 2g / 12 hours / time. Can be injected deep intramuscularly or intravenously. If the patient has impaired liver function, no dose adjustment is required; For patients with renal impairment, the dose should be adjusted according to the creatinine clearance (ml/min). Consult your doctor for the right dosage. For children:
Newborns from 0 to 4 weeks: Dose 30mg/kg/12 hours/time. Intravenous injection; Children from 1 month to 12 years old: The dose is from 30-50 mg/kg. Maximum 6g/day. Every 8 hours. Intravenous injection. For the elderly:
The usual dose of Nefasul Inj should not exceed 3g/day. Note: Nefasul Inj dosage above is for reference only. The specific dose of Nefasul Inj depends on the condition and the progression of the disease. To get the right dose of Nefasul Inj, patients should consult their doctor or healthcare professional.
4. Nefasul Inj . side effects
At therapeutic doses, Nefasul Inj was well tolerated. However, the process of using Nefasul Inj, patients may still experience side effects such as:
Swelling at the injection site; Hypersensitivity; itchy rash; Diarrhea ; Nausea, vomiting; Stomachache. If you experience these symptoms, the patient should stop using Nefasul Inj and notify the doctor for appropriate treatment.
5. Precautions when using Nefasul Inj
Nefasul Inj should be used with caution in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to Ceftazidime, penicillin and cephalosporins because of the risk of cross-reactivity. Long-term treatment with Nefasul Inj may cause pseudomembranous colitis. Therefore, it is necessary to monitor and check your health periodically. High doses of the drug can cause imbalance, convulsions, and neuromuscular excitability. Nefasul Inj may reduce prothrombin activity in malnourished patients or with liver/kidney failure. Nefasul Inj should be used with caution in people with a history of gastrointestinal disease, especially dysentery. Carefully weigh the benefits and risks when using Nefasul Inj during pregnancy and lactation. Consult your doctor when you want to use Nefasul Inj for this group of people. Absolutely do not use when Nefasul Inj has signs of discoloration, mold, watery or expired. The article has provided information on dosage, contraindications and notes during the use of Nefasul Inj. To ensure that Nefasul Inj is working optimally and to prevent side effects, patients should consult their doctor/pharmacist before use.Please dial HOTLINE for more information or register for an appointment HERE. Download MyVinmec app to make appointments faster and to manage your bookings easily.
