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Gramotaz 1 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gramotaz 1 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Gramotaz 1 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Gramotaz 1 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Gramotaz 1 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Gramotaz 1 Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gramotaz 1 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gramotaz 1 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gramotaz 1 Injection in conditions like Kidney Disease. The section on Gramotaz 1 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Gramotaz 1 Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gramotaz 1 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Gramotaz 1 Injection is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gramotaz 1 Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Gramotaz 1 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Gramotaz Injection is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Gramotaz 1 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Gramotaz Injection does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gramotaz 1 Injection on the Kidneys?
Gramotaz Injection rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gramotaz 1 Injection on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gramotaz Injection on the liver.
What is the effect of Gramotaz 1 Injection on the Heart?
Gramotaz Injection is not harmful for the heart.
Gramotaz 1 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gramotaz 1 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gramotaz 1 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Gramotaz 1 Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gramotaz 1 Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Gramotaz 1 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gramotaz 1 Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gramotaz 1 Injection
You can take Gramotaz 1 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gramotaz 1 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gramotaz 1 Injection with alcohol will be.
Discontinuing Gramotaz Injection on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Gramotaz Injection covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.
Gramotaz Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Gramotaz Injection is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenza, Staphylococcus aureus, and Staphylococcus pneumonia.
Yes Gramotaz Injection can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. This condition arises due to an imbalance in the gut flora. Generally, most of the antibiotics kill colonies of "good" as well as "bad bacteria" resulting in the imbalance of microbes causing diarrhea. You are recommended to avoid heavy and spicy meals along with the intake of this medicine. Also, keep yourself hydrated and take ample rest in case of mild diarrhea. If you have severe diarrhea consult with your doctor instantly he/she will prescribe you medicines to stop stool output. After you have completely recovered from diarrhea you can choose to have a "probiotic" to ensure the re-growth of good bacteria in your gut.
No, [Medicine} does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Gramotaz Injection is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Claforan® (cefotaxime)