Ceftrica 1000 Mg Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ceftrica Benefits & Uses

Ceftrica 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

Ceftrica 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

Ceftrica Related Warnings

Is the use of Ceftrica safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Ceftrica without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Ceftrica safe during breastfeeding?

Ceftrica may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Ceftrica on the Kidneys?

Ceftrica has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ceftrica on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Ceftrica on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Ceftrica on the Heart?

Ceftrica is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ceftrica with Other Drugs

Ceftrica 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

Ceftrica Contraindications

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

Is this Ceftrica habit forming or addictive?

Ceftrica does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ceftrica only as per medical advice.

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

No, Ceftrica cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ceftrica Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ceftrica

Taking Ceftrica with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftrica

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ceftrica and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Ceftrica

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Ceftrica?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Do not self-administer Ceftrica. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Ceftrica for cough?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Ceftrica can be taken for cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I buy Ceftrica 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 Ceftrica 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 4 years ago

Does Ceftrica cause diarrhea?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Ceftrica 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Ceftrica work?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Ceftrica works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.