What is Cefepime 250mg used for?

It is used to treat mild to moderate bacterial infections, especially in pediatric patients or cases requiring low-dose antibiotic therapy.

Can Cefepime 250mg be used in children?

Yes, it is often prescribed for children with bacterial infections under a pediatrician's guidance.

How is Cefepime 250mg given?

It is administered via IV or IM injection in a clinical setting.

What should I do in case of side effects?

Inform your doctor immediately if any allergic or unusual symptoms occur.

Is this injection safe during pregnancy?

Use only if clearly needed and prescribed by a healthcare professional.

Cefepime 250mg Injection – Pediatric Broad-Spectrum Antibiotic | Intralife Pharmaceuticals

Name: ZIMIPIME-250
Brand: Intralife
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Price: 75 INR
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ZIMIPIME-250

MRP: 75

Packaging: 250 MG

Pack Type: injection

Composition:

Cefepime 250mg

Indication:

Bacteremia & Septicemia Meningitis Pneumonia & Bronchitis Skin & Soft Tissue Infection Urinary Tract Infection Post Surgical Condition

Description:

Cefepime 250mg is a fourth-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat moderate bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, offering broad-spectrum activity against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including many strains resistant to earlier-generation cephalosporins.

This lower dose formulation (250mg) is especially suitable for pediatric patients and mild to moderate infections under close medical supervision. It is commonly used in clinical settings for infections of the respiratory tract, skin, urinary tract, and intra-abdominal area.

Tags:

Antibiotics IV Injections Cephalosporins Pediatric Use Prescription Medicine Mild Bacterial Infections Hospital Formulation

Usage Information

Dosage

Adults: Not typically used unless low-dose therapy is indicated Pediatric Patients: 50 mg/kg every 12–24 hours, based on severity Route: Intravenous (IV) or Intramuscular (IM) injection Duration: Typically 5–10 days, depending on infection Note: Dose adjustment required for patients with kidney dysfunction

Side Effects

Localized pain or redness at injection site Diarrhea or nausea Mild rash or allergic reaction Headache, fatigue Rare: Seizures, especially in renal impairment Elevated liver function test results

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to Cefepime or other cephalosporins Severe allergic reactions to beta-lactam antibiotics Use with caution in patients with impaired renal function Not recommended in neonates unless prescribed by a pediatrician