Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's belongs to the group of antibiotics called 'cephalosporin' used to treat various bacterial infections of the nose, lungs, ear, bones, joints, skin, urinary tract, prostate gland and reproductive system. Besides this, Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's also used before surgeries to prevent post-surgical bacterial infections. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's contains 'Cefazolin' works by interfering with the formation of bacterial cell walls, thereby impairing the bonds that hold the bacterial cell wall together. This allows holes to appear in the bacterial cell walls, which kills the bacteria. Thus, it helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

You are advised to take Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), vomiting, allergic reaction, nausea, indigestion, diarrhoea, lightheadedness and dizziness. Most of these side effects of Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. Some patients may experience ‘Clostridium difficile associated diarrhoea (CDAD)’ a condition in which healthy bacteria in the colon (intestine) are disrupted.

If you are allergic to Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's, penicillins or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's. Drive only if you are alert as Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's may cause dizziness. You are recommended to complete the full course of Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. Please do not take Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. 

Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called cephalosporins used to treat various bacterial infections of the brain, lungs, middle ear, abdomen, urinary tract, kidneys, bones, joints, skin, soft tissues, blood, heart, chest, lime disease (caused by tick bites), and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease).  It is also used before surgeries to prevent post-surgical bacterial infections. Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's contains Cefazolin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria.  Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

If you are allergic to Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's, penicillins or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have kidney or liver problems, diarrhoea, haemolytic anaemia (reduction in red blood cells that may make your skin pale yellow and cause breathlessness or weakness), kidney or gall stones, inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's. Do not take Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Do not take antacids and calcium-containing products along with Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's; maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's. Use Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's with extreme caution in elderly patients above 65 years of age as there is an increased risk of severe adverse effects. You are recommended to complete the full course of Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's as prescribed by your doctor for effective results. Drive only if you are alert as Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's may cause dizziness. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Nostaf 1 gm Injection 1's to prevent unpleasant side-effects. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any undesirable side-effects.