RETUM-1.5​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ Injection is a prescription-strength antibiotic containg Cefuroxime 1500 mg, a second-generation cephalosporin. It is a great choice to be used in a hospital or clinical environment for the treatment of bacterial infections of moderate to severe nature. Medically, Cefuroxime is an agent that makes it impossible for bacteria to grow. It is very helpful when the body is fighting infections especially when the treatment is done by a doctor and the medicine is used ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌properly.

Benefits

• Effectively​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ handles various bacterial infections.
• Is fast in providing the desired effect in serious infections that require an injection.
• If it is started on time, it can help in the reduction of infection-related complications.
• Can be used in patients in the hospital and those who have undergone surgery.
• Antibiotics, which have been well researched and clinically proven to be reliable.

Uses

RETUM-1.5 Injection is generally recommended for the treatment of:

• Respiratory tract infections like pneumonia and bronchitis.
• Urinary tract infections.
• Skin and soft tissue infections.
• Bone and joint infections.
• Intra-abdominal infections.
• Prevention of infections resulting from surgical procedures.

Direction to Use

• Only a qualified healthcare professional can administer the treatment.
• It is administered as a slow IV injection, IV infusion, or IM injection.
• Preparation and administration should always be done through sterile methods.
• Take the medicine only as prescribed by the ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌doctor.

Dosage

• Dosage​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ varies according to patient's age, weight, infection severity and kidney function.
• For children, it is adviced to consult with pediatric 
• If you are a diabetic, do not alter or omit doses without your doctor's instruction.

Storage

• Keep this infusion at cool and dry place away from moisture and direct contact with sunlight or heat.
• Keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Possible Side Effects

• There are possible reactions for some patients, which are listed below:
• Injection site pain or swelling.
• Nausea and vomiting.
• Headache.
• Skin rash or itching.

Precaution

• Inform your doctor if you have any allergies, especially to cephalosporins or penicillins.
• If you have any kidney disorders, be cautious before taking this infusion; consultation with a doctor is recommended.
• Use a full course to ensure that the bacteria will not develop resistance to the antibiotic.
• During pregnancy or breastfeeding, it is not recommended to take medicines without your doctor's ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ 1. Is RETUM-1.5 Injection safe for long-term use?

Answer: RETUM-1.5 Injection is a safe remedy when it is used for the duration that is prescribed by the doctor and under his/her medical supervision. Long-term usage, however, should be monitored regularly by a doctor.

Question 2. Can this injection be taken at home?

Answer: No, RETUM-1.5 Injection is a procedure that needs to be done by the medical staff who have been trained, and therefore it should be done in the clinic or hospital.

Question 3. How fast does Cefuroxime injection start working?

Answer: The onset of Cefuroxime is within a few hours; however, the visible improvement depends on the infection severity and the patient's individual ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌response.

Question 4. Does Bioxtreme Pharma adhere to quality standards for injectables like RETUM 1.5 Injection?

Answer: Yes, Bioxtreme Pharma adheres to the quality standard by following the guidelines of WHO-GMP to ensure safety and efficacy.

Question 5. What if I forget to take a dose as prescribed by the doctor?

Answer: If you miss a dose, then do not take it by yourself at anytime, do consult with the doctor to know the preferred duration afterward to take this infusion.