Cetil 750 mg Injection

What is a Cetil 750mg injection?

Cetil is an antibiotic in the form of an injection that helps treat bacterial infections in the body. Cefuroxime is the chemical present in Cetil as its generic component, and here it has a strength of 750 mg.

Lupin Ltd manufactures Cetil(Cefuroxime). It is also effective in treating certain medical complications related to the lungs, urinary tract, eyes, and others. It cures bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection.

Cetil also treats severe acne conditions. Always inject the medicine by the healthcare practitioner. Make sure you inject the medicine as per the prescribed instruction of the doctor. 

The dose of Cetil depends on the severity and the type of unhealthy complication to be treated. Remember always to complete the full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. In case you didn’t complete the course of the medicine as prescribed, some bacteria may survive, and the infection may come back.

Common side effects have been noticed with this medicine, such as rash, vomiting, allergic reaction, increased liver enzymes, nausea, injection site reaction, or diarrhea. These side effects are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Inform the doctor in case you find these side effects last for long or even after the end of the treatment.

Tell the doctor about your medical history, especially in case you have an allergy to any antibiotic before taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women need to consult the doctor before consuming it even though it is certified safe in such conditions. It may result in blurry vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Avoid driving if you experience these symptoms.

When Is The Use Of Cetil?

Cetil helps in the treatment of:

Bacterial infections: It includes urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, gum disease, acne. 

Such bacterial infections occur due to bacteria, which can survive in any environment, such as extreme hot and cold conditions. Millions of bacteria are present around us, including our body and inside it.

Bacteria can be both harmful and helpful to humans. Only a few bacteria cause harm. Many of them are beneficial, such as those involved in immunity, digestion, and production of antibiotics and food products.

Who Manufacturers Cetils?

Lupin Ltd is a renowned manufacturer of pharmaceutical formulations, manufactures Cetil(Cefuroxime). It also manufactures medical products, such as Tablets, Capsules, Ointments, Syrups, Eye/Ear Drops, Injections(Dry & Liquid). 

Strengths Of Cetil

The term strength of the medicine means the amount of chemical element present in the unit dose of the medicine. Therefore, the strength of Cetil is 750 mg, which means one shot of Cetil injection contains 750mg of Cefuroxime.

The medicine is also available in other strengths as well, such as:-

• Cetil 500mg Tablet
• Cetil-CV 5- Tablet
• Cetil 250mg
• Cetil 1.5gm injection
• Cetil Dry Syrup
• Cetil 250mg injection
• Cetil-CV 250
• Cetil 750mg injection
• Cetil 125 mg tablet

Don’t change the strength of the medicine without consulting the doctor, else it can lead to unhealthy conditions.

What Are The Side Effects Of Cetil 750mg Injection?

Along with its beneficial effects, Cetil(Cefuroxime) may also result in some severe side effects. In fact, not all of these side effects may occur, but few may need medical attention.

Please consult with the doctor immediately in case you face any of the following side effects while taking it.

More common

• Chills
• Diarrhea
• Fever
• A general feeling of illness or discomfort
• Headache
• Itching of the vagina or genital area
• Pain during sexual intercourse
• Rigidity
• Sweating
• Thick, white vaginal discharge with no odor or with a mild odor

Less common

• Black, tarry stools
• Chest pain
• Cough
• Loose stools
• Painful or difficult urination
• Shortness of breath
• Sore throat
• White spots may appear on the lips or in the mouth
• Swollen glands
• Unusual bleeding or bruising
• Unusual tiredness or weakness

Rare

• Back, leg, or stomach pains
• Bladder pain
• Bleeding gums
• Bloody or cloudy urine
• Body aches or pain
• Burning while urinating
• Dark urine
• Difficulty with breathing
• Ear congestion
• Fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
• Frequent urge to urinate
• General body swelling
• Loss of appetite
• Loss of voice
• Lower back or side pain
• Nasal congestion
• Nausea or vomiting
• Nosebleeds
• Pain around the eyes and cheekbones
• Pale skin
• Pink or red urine
• Sneezing
• Stuffy or runny nose
• Swelling of the joints
• Swollen glands
• Tightness of chest or wheezing
• White or brownish vaginal discharge
• White patches may appear in the mouth or throat or on the tongue
• White patches with diaper rash
• Yellowing of the eyes or skin

Which Medicines Interacts With Cetil?

61 known drugs interact with Cetil 750mg injection that are categorized as:-

• 3 major drug interactions
• 58 moderate drug interactions

Among them, some drugs frequently interact with Cetil injection, such as:

• Aspirin Low Strength (aspirin)
• Augmentin (amoxicillin / clavulanate)
• Benadryl (diphenhydramine)
• Cymbalta (duloxetine)
• Fish Oil (omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids)
• Flonase (fluticasone nasal)
• Lasix (furosemide)
• Metoprolol Succinate ER (metoprolol)
• Mucinex (guaifenesin)
• Nexium (esomeprazole)
• Paracetamol (acetaminophen)
• Singulair (montelukast)
• Symbicort (budesonide / formoterol)
• Synthroid (levothyroxine)
• Tylenol (acetaminophen)
• Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin)
• Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
• Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)
• Xanax (alprazolam)
• Zyrtec (cetirizine)

What Are The Diseases That Interact With Cetil?

Some of the diseases that show interaction with Cetil(Cefuroxime) are:-

• Colitis
• Renal dysfunction
• Ferricyanide tests
• Sodium
• Dialysis
• Liver disease
• Seizure disorders

What Is The Ideal Time Of Day To Inject Cefuroxime?

Your doctor will let you know the best time to consume the medicine. Always follow the doctor’s instructions to inject the medicine. Never self administer the drug, ask any healthcare professional.

Precautions While Consuming Cetil

• You should not consume Cetil in case you are allergic to Cefuroxime or other tetracycline antibiotics. It also includes drugs, such as demeclocycline, minocycline, tetracycline, or tigecycline.
• To make sure Cefuroxime is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have a history of:
  • Kidney disease;
  • Liver disease;
  • Asthma or sulfite allergy;
  • Increase in pressure inside your skull
• Stop consuming the medicine in case you take isotretinoin, seizure medicine, or a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin).
• Cetil(Cefuroxime) can make birth control pills less effective. Ask your doctor about using non-hormonal birth control (condom, diaphragm with spermicide) in order to prevent pregnancy.
• This medicine is not for the use of children. Cetil(Cefuroxime) may result in permanent yellowing or greying of the teeth in children younger than 8 years old.

What Should You Do In Case Of Accidental Overdose?

If a person is experiencing severe overdose symptoms, such as passing out, numbness, tingling, loss of coordination, or trouble breathing while using Cetil(Cefuroxime), call 911. The U.S citizens can call their local poison control center at 1800-222-1222.

Storage Of Cetil(Cefuroxime)

Keep the medicine at room temperature below 30℃ and away from the light and moisture. Keep the medicine away from the children, and do not forget to dispose of the drug properly.