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

Cefnid Information

Cefnid is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of Cefnid have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Cefnid 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefnid can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefnid are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Cefnid's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Cefnid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefnid related warnings section.

Cefnid 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 Cefnid have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

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

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

Cefnid Benefits & Uses

Cefnid 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

Cefnid 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

Cefnid Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefnid safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Cefnid in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefnid safe during breastfeeding?

Cefnid may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefnid on the Kidneys?

Cefnid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefnid on the Liver?

Cefnid is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefnid on the Heart?

Cefnid is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefnid with Other Drugs

Cefnid 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

Cefnid Contraindications

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

Is this Cefnid habit forming or addictive?

Cefnid is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Cefnid, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cefnid can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

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

No

Cefnid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefnid

Taking Cefnid with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefnid

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefnid

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Cefnid cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Cefnid can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cefnid cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Rarely Cefnid 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 about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Cefnid?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Cefnid can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I buy Cefnid over-the-counter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, you can not buy Cefnid over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Cefnid?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cefnid 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.