Cefizox 500 Injection

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Cefizox 500 Injection Information

Cefizox 500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Meningitis. Cefizox 500 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefizox 500 Injection. 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefizox 500 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefizox 500 Injection 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefizox 500 Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Cefizox 500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefizox 500 Injection related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Cefizox 500 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefizox 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Cefizox 500 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Cefizox 500 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Cefizox 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Cefizox 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefizox 500 Injection 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: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Gonorrhea
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefizox 500 Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cefizox 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Cefizox is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Cefizox 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Cefizox does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cefizox 500 Injection on the Kidneys?


    Cefizox rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Cefizox 500 Injection on the Liver?


    Cefizox does not damage the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cefizox 500 Injection on the Heart?


    Using Cefizox does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


Cefizox 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefizox 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Cefizox 500 Injection

  • Is this Cefizox 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Cefizox 500 Injection is addictive.

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


    After taking Cefizox 500 Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Cefizox 500 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, Cefizox 500 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Cefizox 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cefizox 500 Injection


    Taking Cefizox 500 Injection with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cefizox 500 Injection


    Information about the interaction of Cefizox 500 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cedax® (ceftibuten capsules)

KD Tripathi. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Eighth Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2019



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