Cefnep

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Cefnep Information

Cefnep is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Skin Infections, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Cefnep also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Cefnep depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefnep can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cefnep go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Cefnep has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cefnep has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefnep related warnings section.

Cefnep is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefnep contraindications section.

Besides this, Cefnep may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefnep is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Cefnep Benefits & Uses

Cefnep is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Cefnep 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: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • 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: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • 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: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • 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
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • 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
Neonates (0 to 1 month)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 12 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefnep Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cefnep safe for pregnant women?


    Cefnep is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Cefnep safe during breastfeeding?


    Cefnep does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cefnep on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Cefnep on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Cefnep on the Liver?


    Cefnep is not harmful for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cefnep on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Cefnep for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Cefnep with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Cefnep Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Cefnep

  • Is this Cefnep habit forming or addictive?


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Cefnep 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?


    No, Cefnep is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Cefnep Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cefnep


    Taking Cefnep with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cefnep


    Information about the interaction of Cefnep 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; FORTAZ® (ceftazidime)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-312

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