Fortacef 1gm Injection is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain, lungs, ear, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, blood, and heart. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery.

Fortacef 1gm Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body

Uses of Fortacef Injection

Bacterial infections

Benefits of Fortacef Injection

In Bacterial infections

Fortacef 1gm Injection is an antibiotic medicine that kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is often injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Fortacef Injection

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 Fortacef

Rash
Allergic reaction
Injection site reaction
Diarrhea

How to use Fortacef Injection

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

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Fortacef 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fortacef 1gm Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fortacef 1gm Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Fortacef 1gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Driving

UNSAFE

Fortacef 1gm Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Fortacef 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fortacef 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Fortacef 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fortacef 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Fortacef Injection?

If you miss a dose of Fortacef 1gm Injection, consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Fortacef 1gm Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Discontinue Fortacef 1gm Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins)

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 3 generation

Patient concerns

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

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Dermatology

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I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.

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Obstetrics and Gynaecology

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FAQs

What organisms does Fortacef 1gm Injection cover?

Fortacef 1gm Injection is active against pseudomonas, anaerobes, and staphylococcus bacteria. It may not be effective against methicillin- resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).

How is Fortacef 1gm Injection administered?

Fortacef 1gm Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Fortacef 1gm Injection.

Can the use of Fortacef 1gm Injection cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Fortacef 1gm Injection can cause diarrhea. Fortacef 1gm Injection is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

How long does Fortacef 1gm Injection take to work?

Usually, Fortacef 1gm Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

What if I do not get better after using Fortacef 1gm Injection?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.

Is Fortacef 1gm Injection effective?

Fortacef 1gm Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Fortacef 1gm Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

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Address: Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Registered Office: , 'Commerce House - 1', Satya Marg, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad-380 054. Gujarat, India.

Country of origin: India

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