Cedonex Information

Cedonex is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Cedonex have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cedonex. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Cedonex include Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cedonex as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Cedonex 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.

Cedonex's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Cedonex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cedonex related warnings section.

Cedonex is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cedonex are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Cedonex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Cedonex, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Cedonex Benefits & Uses

Cedonex is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cedonex 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (1000mg) + Sulbactam (500mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Generally dose are given in 1:1 ratio
Adult	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
Geriatric	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used

Cedonex Related Warnings

Is the use of Cedonex safe for pregnant women?

Cedonex is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Cedonex safe during breastfeeding?

Cedonex does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cedonex on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Cedonex. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cedonex on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Cedonex on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Cedonex will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cedonex on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Cedonex on the heart, information on safety of Cedonex for the heart is unavailable.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Cedonex with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Furosemide

Gentamicin

Warfarin

Unknown

Probenecid

Cedonex Contraindications

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

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cedonex

Is this Cedonex habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cedonex has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Cedonex since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cedonex only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Cedonex in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cedonex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cedonex

Taking Cedonex with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cedonex

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Cedonex as it can have severe side effects.

Severe