Cefazolin
Cefazolin
Cefazolin, also known as Cefazoline or Cefazolin Sodium, is an antibiotic used for treating a variety of bacterial infections. Pronounced as sef-a-ZOE-lin, it belongs to the class of medications known as first-generation cephalosporins.
Etymology
The term "Cefazolin" is derived from the cephalosporin C, a class of antibiotics discovered in the early 1960s. The prefix "Cefa-" is common to all cephalosporin drugs where "zolin" is unique to this particular drug.
Usage
Cefazolin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as common cold, flu).
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Side Effects
As with any medication, Cefazolin may cause side effects. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or rash. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Precautions
Before using cefazolin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other cephalosporins; or to penicillins; or if you have any other allergies.
Interactions
Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions.
Overdose
If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cefazolin
- Wikipedia's article - Cefazolin
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