Becef is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Becef have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Becef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Becef can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Becef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Becef is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Becef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Becef is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. The section on Becef contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Becef with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Becef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Becef 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 Becef safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Becef safely.
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.
What is the effect of Becef on the Kidneys?
Becef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
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.
What is the effect of Becef on the Heart?
You can take Becef without any fear of damage to the heart.
Becef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Becef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Becef habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Becef is addictive.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Becef only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Becef is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Becef
Taking Becef with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Becef
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Becef.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
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