Cefone (Makers), a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of Cefone (Makers) have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Cefone (Makers) depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Some other side effects of Cefone (Makers) have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Cefone (Makers) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cefone (Makers) has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cefone (Makers) has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefone (Makers) related warnings section.
Cefone (Makers) 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 Cefone (Makers) have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Cefone (Makers) have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Cefone (Makers) is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Cefone (Makers) 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 |
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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 Cefone (Makers) safe for pregnant women?
Cefone (Makers) is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Cefone (Makers) safe during breastfeeding?
Cefone (Makers) may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefone (Makers) on the Kidneys?
Cefone (Makers) rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefone (Makers) on the Liver?
Cefone (Makers) is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefone (Makers) on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cefone (Makers) for the heart.
Cefone (Makers) 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 Cefone (Makers) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefone (Makers) habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cefone (Makers) is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cefone (Makers). So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cefone (Makers) is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cefone (Makers) for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefone (Makers)
It is safe to take Cefone (Makers) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefone (Makers)
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefone (Makers) with alcohol will be.
Yes, Cefone (Makers) can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Yes, Cefone (Makers) is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Discontinuing Cefone (Makers) in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Cefone (Makers) 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.
Yes Cefone (Makers) is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
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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