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Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) Information

Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) related warnings talks about Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Novacef Benefits & Uses
Novacef Dosage & How to Take
Novacef Side Effects
Novacef Related Warnings
Novacef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Novacef
Novacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) Benefits & Uses

Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) Related Warnings

Is the use of Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) safe for pregnant women?

Novacef is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) safe during breastfeeding?

Novacef is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Novacef on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) on the Liver?

Using Novacef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Novacef for the heart.

Safe

Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1)

Is this Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) habit forming or addictive?

Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1), you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1)

Taking Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1)

Information about the interaction of Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1) and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Novacef 750 Mg Injection (1)

Question over 4 years ago

Does Novacef affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Novacef might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).

Question about 5 years ago

Does Novacef cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Novacef does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Novacef. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Novacef?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Novacef may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Novacef contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Novacef does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Novacef cover anaerobes?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Novacef covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Novacef.