Manufacturer
SANDOZ GMBH
Contents
Cefazolin Na
Indication
Prophylaxis of surgical infections, Pneumonia, Acute uncomplicated urinary tract infections, Susceptible infections.
Instruction
Administer via Parenteral for 12 hour to be given by deep IM inj, slow IV inj over 3-5 min, or intermittent or continuous IV infusion. Max: 12 g daily.
Drug interaction
May enhance the anticoagulant effect of vit K antagonists (e.g. warfarin). May diminish the therapeutic effect of Na picosulfate, BCG and typhoid vaccine. May decrease the protein binding of fosphenytoin and phenytoin. Probenecid may decrease renal tubular secretion of cefazolin, resulting in increased and prolonged blood levels. May increase the nephrotoxic effects of aminoglycosides.
Malaysia
