Cefentral 125 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefentral Information

Cefentral is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefentral have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefentral. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Cefentral have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Cefentral are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Cefentral has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Cefentral's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefentral related warnings section.

Cefentral is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Cefentral contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefentral is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Cefentral Benefits & Uses

Cefentral is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

Cefentral 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefentral Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefentral safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefentral without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Cefentral safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefentral.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefentral on the Kidneys?

Cefentral may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefentral on the Liver?

Cefentral does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefentral on the Heart?

Cefentral is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefentral with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Cefentral Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Sexually transmitted diseases
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Cefentral

Is this Cefentral habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cefentral has not been reported.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Cefentral can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cefentral should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Cefentral is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cefentral Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefentral

Taking Cefentral with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefentral

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefentral with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefentral

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Cefentral?

Take Cefentral as long as your doctor has prescribed you to take it depending upon the severity of the infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cefentral cause weight loss?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, [Medicine} does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Cefentral is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Cefentral bacteriostatic or bactericidal?

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

Cefentral is bactericidal that means it kills the bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). In the absence of a cell wall, the bacteria die.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Cefentral on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Cefentral on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Cefentral treat meningitis?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Cefentral is used to treat meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitides. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.