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  2. Generic name: ceftaroline fosamil

    Ceftaroline is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.

    May Treat: Escherichia coli pneumonia · Haemophilus influenzae pneumonia · Klebsiella pneumonia · Staphylococcus aureus skin and skin structure infection · Bacterial infection and more

    Drug Class: Cephalosporin Antibiotics - 5th Generation

    Availability: Prescription Required

    Pregnancy: Consult a doctor before using

    Lactation: Consult a doctor before using

    Alcohol: Limit intake while taking this medication

    Driving: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Use caution

    Manufacturer: ALLERGAN INC.

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    Side effects

    Common side effects

    • Skin rash
    • Nausea
    • Diarrhea
    • Constipation
    • Vomiting
    • Hypokalemia
    • Phlebitis after infusion
    • Fever
    • Increased alanine transaminase
    • Increased aspartate transaminase
    • Headache disorder
    • Pruritus of skin
    • Abnormal hepatic function tests

    This medication may rarely cause a severe intestinal condition due to a type of resistant bacteria. This condition may occur during treatment or weeks to months after treatment has stopped. Do not use anti-diarrhea or opioid medications if you have any of the following symptoms because these products may make them worse. Tell your doctor right away if you develop

    • Persistent diarrhea
    • Abdominal or stomach pain/cramping
    • Blood/mucus in your stool

    A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including

    • Rash
    • Itching/swelling
    • Severe dizziness
    • Trouble breathing

    Other things to note

    • Pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site may occur. Nausea or diarrhea may also occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
    • Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in oral thrush or a new vaginal yeast infection. Contact your doctor if you notice white patches in your mouth, a change in vaginal discharge, or other new symptoms.

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    Precautions

    • Tell your pharmacist & Dr if you have allergies
    • Prepare carefully as you have been shown
    • For intravenous injection dilute prior to use.
    • Space doses evenly throughout the day.
    • Success is dependent on completing therapy course
    • Call DR if rash or severe diarrhea occur.
    • Watch for oral thrush or vaginal yeast infections.
    • Call doctor if you are not getting better

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    Interactions

    Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you've had:

    • Kidney disease

    Product interactions for this drug/drug-class include:

    • Live Typhoid Vaccine with Antimicrobials (Contraindicated)
    • Fecal Microbiota Spores with Antibiotics (Severe Interaction)
    • Slt Anticoagulants (Vit K antagonists) with Slt Cephalosporins (Moderate Interaction)

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