Cafzone: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cafzone Information

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 Benefits & Uses
Cafzone Dosage & How to Take
Cafzone Side Effects
Cafzone Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cafzone with Other Drugs
Cafzone Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cafzone
Cafzone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cafzone Benefits & Uses

Cafzone 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

Cafzone 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

Cafzone Related Warnings

Is the use of Cafzone safe for pregnant women?

Cafzone is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cafzone safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Cafzone as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Cafzone on the Kidneys?

Cafzone has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cafzone on the Liver?

Cafzone has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cafzone on the Heart?

Cafzone is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cafzone with Other Drugs

Cafzone 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

Cafzone Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cafzone 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 Cafzone

Is this Cafzone habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cafzone 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 Cafzone as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cafzone is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Cafzone is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cafzone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cafzone

Taking Cafzone with food is safe.

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.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cafzone

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cafzone cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Cafzone used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

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

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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Cafzone?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cafzone without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

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.