Description

OCYON-S 1.5 G Injection is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

OCYON-S 1.5 G INJECTION SIDE EFFECTS

• Diarrhea
• Altered liver function test
• Allergic reaction
• Anemia (low number of red blood cells)

HOW TO USE OCYON-S 1.5 G INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW OCYON-S 1.5 G INJECTION WORKS

OCYON-S 1.5 G Injection is a combination of two medicines: Cefoperazone and Sulbactam. Cefoperazone is an antibiotic. It works by preventing the formation of the bacterial protective covering which is essential for the survival of bacteria. Sulbactam is a beta-lactamase inhibitor which reduces resistance and enhances the activity of Cefoperazone against bacteria.

OCYON-S 1.5 G INJECTION RELATED WARNINGS

• Alcohol : OCYON-S 1.5 G Injection may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heartbeat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure with alcohol (Disulfiram reactions).
• Pregnancy : OCYON-S 1.5 G Injection is probably safe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.
• Lactation : OCYON-S 1.5 G Injection is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.
• Driving : It is not known whether OCYON-S 1.5 G Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
• Kidney : There is limited information available on the use of OCYON-S 1.5 G Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
• Liver : There is limited information available on the use of OCYON-S 1.5 G Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.