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Efoceft 250 Mg Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Efoceft 250 Mg Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Efoceft 250 Mg Injection related warnings talks about Efoceft 250 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Efoceft 250 Mg Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Efoceft 250 Mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Efoceft 250 Mg Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Efoceft 250 Mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Efoceft 250 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Efoceft in pregnant women.
Is the use of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Efoceft on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Efoceft rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Efoceft may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection on the Heart?
You can take Efoceft without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Efoceft 250 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Efoceft 250 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Efoceft 250 Mg Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Efoceft 250 Mg Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Efoceft 250 Mg Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Efoceft 250 Mg Injection
Taking Efoceft 250 Mg Injection with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Efoceft 250 Mg Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Efoceft 250 Mg Injection with alcohol.
Occasionally Efoceft can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
Yes, Efoceft can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Avoid taking Efoceft with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Efoceft can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Efoceft can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727-728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311