Description
🧴 Cebactum 1.5 g Injection
Composition:
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Ceftriaxone 1,000 mg (third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic)
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Sulbactam 500 mg (β-lactamase inhibitor) Medindia+121mg+12Patameds+12TrueMeds
Formulation: Sterile powder for reconstitution and intravenous or intramuscular injection.
✅ Clinical Uses
Indicated for a wide range of moderate to severe bacterial infections, including:
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Respiratory tract (e.g., pneumonia)
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Urinary tract, intra-abdominal, skin/soft tissue, bone/joint infections
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Septicaemia, meningitis, pelvic inflammatory disease, gonorrhea
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Surgical prophylaxis 1mg+5TrueMeds+5MedPlusMart+5
💊 Dosage & Administration
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Administered by a healthcare professional; not for self-injection.
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Typical single dose is 1.5 g daily, infused slowly over 30–60 minutes or injected intramuscularly.
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Treatment duration varies based on infection severity; complete the prescribed course. 1mg+11mg+1
⚡ Mechanism of Action
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Ceftriaxone inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis.
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Sulbactam protects ceftriaxone from enzymatic degradation by β-lactamase–producing bacteria—enhancing its antibacterial spectrum.
⚠️ Side Effects & Precautions
Common adverse effects:
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Injection-site pain, rash, diarrhea, nausea/vomiting, elevated liver enzymes, eosinophilia
Use caution in:
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Allergic reactions to cephalosporins/penicillins
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Severe kidney or liver impairment
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Avoid in neonates with hyperbilirubinemia
Monitor in:
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Long-term therapy, renal/hepatic disease, or pre-existing blood disorders.
🔍 Treatment Tips
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Do not discontinue early, even if symptoms improve.
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Stay hydrated (2–3 L/day) to reduce rare risk of renal or biliary complications.
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May interfere with oral contraceptive effectiveness—additional precautions advised.
🗂️ Summary
Cebactum combines a potent cephalosporin with a β-lactamase inhibitor to effectively treat a broad spectrum of serious infections. Administer under medical supervision, following prescribed dosage and duration to ensure safety and optimal outcomes.
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