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Cafzone is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Cafzone also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Cafzone 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Cafzone have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cafzone go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Cafzone's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Cafzone related warnings talks about Cafzone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cafzone is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Cafzone have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Cafzone may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Cafzone, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cafzone 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 Cafzone safe for pregnant women?
Cafzone is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cafzone safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Cafzone as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Cafzone on the Kidneys?
Cafzone has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cafzone on the Liver?
Cafzone has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cafzone on the Heart?
Cafzone is completely safe for the heart.
Cafzone 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 Cafzone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cafzone habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cafzone is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cafzone as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Cafzone is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cafzone is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cafzone
Taking Cafzone with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cafzone
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cafzone and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Rarely Cafzone 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.
Yes Cafzone 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.
Cafzone 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.
Cafzone is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Cafzone can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
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April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311