In Treatment of Severe bacterial infections Tafrom 1gm Injection works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is used to treat many different types of bacterial infections such as infections of the lungs (pneumonia) and urinary tract. It is given by a doctor or nurse into a vein and should not be self-administered. Tafrom 1gm Injection usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.
How to use:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Description:
Tafrom 1gm Injection is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe bacterial infections of the skin lungs (eg. pneumonia) stomach urinary tract and blood. It works by killing the bacteria that cause these problems. However it will not treat a viral infection.Tafrom 1gm Injection is commonly used to treat critically ill patients admitted to the hospital. This medicine is given by drip or by direct injection into a vein under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. The dose will depend on what type of infection you have where it is in the body and how serious it is. You should keep taking the injection for as long as you are prescribed even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.Some people may develop side effects like rash itching nausea vomiting headache fever diarrhea or local redness and swelling at the site of injection. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.Before starting treatment with this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems or if you are allergic to any antibiotic. While using it your doctor may advise blood tests to monitor your condition. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Benefits:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety Advise:
- Alcohol : SAFE <p> Consuming alcohol with Tafrom 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Tafrom 1gm Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Information regarding the use of Tafrom 1gm Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Tafrom 1gm Injection may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of Tafrom 1gm Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of Tafrom 1gm Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose:
If you miss a dose of Tafrom 1gm Injection consult your doctor.
Fact Box:
Chemical Class :: Cephalosporins|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI INFECTIVES|Action Class :: Cephalosporins: 4th generation
Q. What if I don't get better after using Tafrom 1gm Injection?::: Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.| Q. How long does Tafrom 1gm Injection takes to work?::: Usually Tafrom 1gm Injection starts working soon after taking it. However it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.| Q. Can the use of Tafrom 1gm Injection cause diarrhea?::: Yes the use of Tafrom 1gm Injection can cause diarrhea. It 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.