Zocef 1.5 Injection

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Zocef 1.5 Injection Information

Zocef 1.5 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. The alternative uses of Zocef 1.5 Injection have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zocef 1.5 Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Zocef 1.5 Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Zocef 1.5 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Zocef 1.5 Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zocef 1.5 Injection related warnings talks about Zocef 1.5 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Zocef 1.5 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Zocef 1.5 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zocef 1.5 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Zocef 1.5 Injection Benefits & Uses

Zocef 1.5 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Zocef 1.5 Injection 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

Zocef 1.5 Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Zocef 1.5 Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Zocef is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Zocef 1.5 Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Zocef is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Zocef 1.5 Injection on the Kidneys?


    Zocef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Zocef 1.5 Injection on the Liver?


    Zocef is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Zocef 1.5 Injection on the Heart?


    Zocef is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Zocef 1.5 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zocef 1.5 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Zocef 1.5 Injection

  • Is this Zocef 1.5 Injection habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Zocef 1.5 Injection has not been reported.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zocef 1.5 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Zocef 1.5 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Zocef 1.5 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Zocef 1.5 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Zocef 1.5 Injection


    Taking Zocef 1.5 Injection with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Zocef 1.5 Injection


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zocef 1.5 Injection with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Zocef 1.5 Injection

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Zocef cover MRSA infections?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Zocef does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Zocef.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Zocef cover enterococcus?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Zocef does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Zocef. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance. 

Question about 4 years ago

Is Zocef a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Zocef is not a sulfa drug. 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 Zocef contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Zocef 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 over 4 years ago

Does Zocef affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Zocef can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312



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