Cefoperazone is a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used in the treatment of infections of skin and skin structures, respiratory tract, urinary tract, gynecological infections including gonorrhea, intraabdominal infections, and septicemia caused by susceptible microorganisms.
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.
Major & minor side effects for Cefoperazone
- Hypersensitivity
- Seizures
- Pseudomembranous colitis
- Diarrhea
- Nausea and vomiting
- Itching or rash
- Unusual bleeding
- Neutropenia
- Pain at the injection site
- Injection site Thrombophlebitis
- Superinfection
Use of this medicine in pregnant women is not recommended unless absolutely necessary.
This medicine may be used in breastfeeding women if necessary.
Usage of Cefoperazone without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided.
Do not use if you experience severe diarrhea after receiving Cefoperazone.
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from any kidney disease.
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a known history of liver diseases or active liver diseases.
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to cefoperazone or any other medicines of the cephalosporin and beta-lactam class of antibiotics.