Ufex
Ufex Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections
About Ufex Products
Ufex Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Ufex are Diarrhea, Itching, Decreased hemoglobin, Decreased hematocrit level, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Positive Coombs test, Low blood platelets, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Injection site phlebitis, Increased aspartate aminotransferase, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood, Jaundice, Urticaria, Maculopapular rash.
Severe
Side Effects of Ufex are Hypoprothrombinemia, Hypersensitivity, Hemorrhage, Pseudomembranous colitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis.
How Ufex Products work
Cefoperazone is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Patient Concerns about Ufex Products
Frequently asked questions about Ufex Products
Frequently asked questions about Cefoperazone
Q. Is Ufex 1000mg Injection effective?
Ufex 1000mg 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 Ufex 1000mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How is Ufex 1000mg Injection administered?
Ufex 1000mg 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 Ufex 1000mg Injection.
Q. Is Ufex 1000mg Injection bactericidal or bacteriostatic?
Ufex 1000mg Injection is primarily bactericidal(one which kills the causative organisms) but it may be bacteriostatic (one which slows down the growth of bacteria) also. Its activity depends on the organism, tissue penetration, dosage, and rate of organism multiplication.
Q. How does Ufex 1000mg Injection act?
Ufex 1000mg Injection acts by adhering to the proteins synthesized by the bacteria, thereby inhibiting the organisms to develop their protective covering known as cell wall. This kills the bacteria.
Q. Is Ufex 1000mg Injection bad for the kidneys?
No, Ufex 1000mg Injection is not bad for the kidneys when given alone, but when given along with aminoglycosides (gentamicin, tobramycin) or other cephalosporins antibiotics, it may increase kidney damage. Therefore, it is advised to take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Can the use of Ufex 1000mg Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Ufex 1000mg Injection can cause diarrhea. Ufex 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic that kills 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.
Q. How long does Ufex 1000mg Injection take to work?
Usually, Ufex 1000mg 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.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Ufex 1000mg 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.