Cefnosis is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefnosis have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Cefnosis depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefnosis as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Cefnosis are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Cefnosis's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Cefnosis's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Cefnosis since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefnosis are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Cefnosis may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Cefnosis is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Cefnosis is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Cefnosis safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cefnosis in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefnosis safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Cefnosis as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Cefnosis on the Kidneys?
Cefnosis rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefnosis on the Liver?
Cefnosis is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefnosis on the Heart?
Using Cefnosis does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cefnosis should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefnosis unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefnosis habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cefnosis has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefnosis you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cefnosis is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cefnosis for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefnosis
Taking Cefnosis with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefnosis
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cefnosis and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Occasionally Cefnosis can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Occasionally Cefnosis 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.
No, you can not buy Cefnosis 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.
Cefnosis 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.
Cefnosis and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727-728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311
