Auro-Cefepime Injection
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 23 August 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of infections caused by susceptible bacteria.
Dosage (summary)
Adults: 0.5-2 g IV/IM every 8-12 hours; adjust for renal impairment.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety in pregnancy and lactation not established.
Key Drug Interactions
- Aminoglycosides
- Vancomycin
- Gentamicin
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to cefepime or beta-lactams
Common side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dizziness
Counselling Points
- Monitor for allergic reactions
- Report severe diarrhea
- Adjust dosage in renal impairment
Serious warnings
- Risk of seizures in renal impairment
- Pseudomembranous colitis
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