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Cefazolin Sodium
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SIDE EFFECTS
Cefazolin Sodium
Swelling, redness, pain, or soreness
at the injection site may occur. This medication may also infrequently cause
loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or headache. If any of these
effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she
has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side
effects occur: dark urine, easy bruising/bleeding, fast/pounding/irregular
heartbeat, seizures, unusual weakness, yellowing eyes/skin.
This medication may rarely cause a severe intestinal condition (pseudomembranous
colitis) due to a type of resistant bacteria.
This condition may occur during treatment or weeks to months after treatment
has stopped. Tell your doctor immediately if you develop: persistent
diarrhea, abdominal or stomach pain/cramping, blood/mucus in your stool.
Do not use anti-diarrhea products or narcotic pain medications if you have
any of these symptoms because these products may make them worse.
Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in oral
thrush or a new vaginal yeast infection. Contact your doctor if you notice
white patches in your mouth, a change in vaginal discharge, or other new
symptoms.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek
immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following symptoms of a
serious allergic reaction: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness,
trouble breathing.
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