NAMOCEF-SB

Composition – CEFTRIAXONE SODIUM 1GM + SULBACTUM 500MG
Dosage Form – INJECTION
Packaging – 1.5G

Namocef-SB is a combination of Ceftriaxone and Sulbactam. Ceftriaxone is an atibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria.

Product Information

Namocef-SB is an antibiotic which is a powerful combination comprising of Ceftriaxone and salbactum. Ceftriaxone is ued in the treatment of serious bacterial infections and Sulbactum is beta lactamase inhibitor which enhances the activity of ceftriaxone.

Uses

Ceftriaxone + Salbactum is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Side Effects

Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Low blood platelets, Rash, Diarrhea, Increased liver enzymes, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to Use

Dosage as prescribed by the physician.

How it Works

Namocef-SB is a combination of Ceftriaxone and Sulbactum. Ceftriaxone is an antibiotic it works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell wall and sulbactum inactivates the beta lactamase enzyme thus reduces the resistance and increases the activity of ceftriaxone against the bacteria.

Fact Box

Chemical ClassThird or fourth generation cephalosporins
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassAnti-Infective

Interactions with Drugs

  • 1) The therapeutic efficacy of Abciximab can be decreased when used in combination with Ceftriaxone.
  • 2) The excretion of Acamprosate can be decreased when combined with Ceftriaxone.
  • 3) The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Ceftriaxone is combined with Aceclofenac.

Quick Tips

Do not skip any dose, complete the full treatment course even if you feel better. Take it with food, preferably at the same time everyday.

What if you forgot to take

If any dose of Namocef-SB is missed, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for next dose, skip the missed dose and follow the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQs

How long does NAMOCEF SB Injection take to work?

Usually, NAMOCEF SB Injection starts working soon after taking it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

What if I don't get better after using NAMOCEF SB Injection?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform them if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Dosage Form

INJECTION