Product introduction
Cefdrim 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.
Cefdrim Injection fights and stops the growth of many types of bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. You should use this medicine regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
The most common side effects of this medicine include rash and diarrhea. Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics, and if you have any liver or kidney problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Uses of Cefdrim Injection
Benefits of Cefdrim Injection
In Bacterial infections
Cefdrim Injection is the injection form of 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 Cefdrim 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 Cefdrim
- Rash
- Allergic reaction
- Injection site reaction
- Diarrhea
How to use Cefdrim Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Cefdrim Injection works
Cefdrim Injection 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Cefdrim Injection does not usually cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cefdrim Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Avoid prolonged use of Cefdrim Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Cefdrim Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cefdrim Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cefdrim Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Cefdrim Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Cefdrim Injection?
If you miss a dose of Cefdrim Injection, consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Cefdrim 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 Cefdrim 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.
- Your doctor has prescribed Cefdrim 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.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- 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.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cefdrim Injection as it may cause increased side effects.
- Discontinue Cefdrim Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Cephalosporins
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Third-Generation Cephalosporins
Interaction with drugs
Taking Cefdrim with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Do not consume
Your doctor may monitor your kidney function regularly.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
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If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as numbness, tingling, burning pain, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea and consult your doctor if you experience them. They m
FAQs
What organisms does Cefdrim Injection cover?
Cefdrim Injection is active against pseudomonas, anaerobes, and staphylococcus bacteria. It may not be effective against methicillin- resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
How is Cefdrim Injection administered?
Cefdrim 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 Cefdrim Injection.
Can the use of Cefdrim Injection cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Cefdrim Injection can cause diarrhea. Cefdrim 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 Cefdrim Injection take to work?
Usually, Cefdrim 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 Cefdrim 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 Cefdrim Injection effective?
Cefdrim 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 Cefdrim Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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Marketer details
Name: Drams Healthcare
Address: Plot 234 A, First Floor, Industrial Area Phase 1
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: July, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Cefdrim Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: July, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Cefdrim Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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