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Contraindications:

Uses:

• Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given.
• An IM shot is given in your muscle (upper arm, thigh, buttocks). An IV is medicine that is put directly into your body through one of your veins.
• This medicine should be given by a person trained to give IV or IM medicine, such as a nurse. Sometimes you, a family member, or friend can be taught to give your medicine.
• If you are receiving IV medicine, check the bag to make sure there are no leaks. Also make sure the solution is clear.

• This medicine needs to be given on a regular schedule. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, and take the rest of the doses for the day at evenly spaced time intervals.
• If you miss more than one dose, call your doctor for instructions.

Storage:

• Store in a refrigerator. Do not freeze. Take it out of the refrigerator an hour before the time for your next dose and allow it to warm to room temperature in a clean, dry place.
• If you see particles in the solution, You should not use it.
• If you have your treatments at home, you may be given a special container for the used needles. Keep it where children or pets cannot reach it.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

Special precautions:

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking birth control pills or probenecid (Benemid®, ColBENEMID®) while taking cephapirin.

Warnings:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
• Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have ever had an allergic reaction to penicillin medicines.
• Make sure your doctor knows if you have liver or kidney disease or colitis before taking this medicine.
• If you have severe diarrhea while taking cephapirin, check with your doctor before taking medicine to stop the diarrhea.
• Cephapirin may cause incorrect results with urine sugar tests used by patients with diabetes.

Side Effects:

• Rash, hives, or blistering skin
• Swelling of the face, throat, or lips
• Wheezing or trouble breathing
• Severe diarrhea, vomiting, or stomach pain
• Pain, burning, or swelling where the shot or IV is given
• Mild diarrhea
• Nausea
• Sore mouth or tongue
• Vaginal itching or discharge