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Becef Benefits & Uses

Becef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Becef 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Becef Related Warnings

Is the use of Becef safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Becef safely.

Safe
Is the use of Becef safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Becef for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Becef on the Kidneys?

Becef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Becef on the Liver?

Becef may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Becef on the Heart?

You can take Becef without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Becef with Other Drugs

Becef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Becef Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Becef

Is this Becef habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Becef is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Becef as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Becef only as per medical advice.

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

No, Becef is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Becef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Becef

Taking Becef with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Becef

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Becef.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Becef

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Becef used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes Becef is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Becef?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Becef is a brand name for ceftriaxone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Becef safe to use?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Becef is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Becef with doxycycline?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Becef and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Becef cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Rarely Becef can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.