Unizox 1gm Injection
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Product introduction
Unizox 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.
Unizox 1gm Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Unizox 1gm Injection is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body
Uses of Unizox Injection
Benefits of Unizox Injection
In Bacterial infections
Unizox 1gm Injection is a 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 Unizox 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 Unizox
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
How to use Unizox Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Unizox 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Unizox 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
Unizox 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 Unizox 1gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Unizox 1gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
UNSAFE
Unizox 1gm Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Unizox 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Unizox 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Unizox 1gm Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Unizox Injection?
If you miss a dose of Unizox 1gm Injection, consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Unizox 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 Unizox 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
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Cephalosporins: 3 generation
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Unizox Injection for?
Bacterial inf*
100%
*Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Poor
100%
What were the side-effects while using Unizox 1gm Injection?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Unizox Injection?
With food
100%
FAQs
How is Unizox 1gm Injection administered?
Unizox 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 Unizox 1gm Injection.
How long does Unizox 1gm Injection take to work?
Usually, Unizox 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 Unizox 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.
For how long does Unizox 1gm Injection stay in the body?
Usually, Unizox 1gm Injection stays in the body for around 2 days after completely stopping the medicine.
What should I inform my doctor before taking Unizox 1gm Injection?
Before taking Unizox 1gm Injection, inform your doctor if you have or ever had any problems related to your stomach such as colitis or kidneys (like, if you are on dialysis). Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you are planning a baby, tell your doctor before taking Unizox 1gm Injection to avoid any harmful effects on the baby.
Is Unizox 1gm Injection effective?
Unizox 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 Unizox 1gm Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Marketer details
Name: United Biotech Pvt Ltd
Address: FC/B-1 (Extn.), Mohan Co-operative Industrial Estate Mathura Road, New Delhi - 110 044
Country of origin: India
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