Cefzone, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefzone have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Cefzone 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefzone as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefzone are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Cefzone's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Cefzone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefzone related warnings section.
Cefzone 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 conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefzone contraindications section.
Additionally, Cefzone may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefzone, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cefzone 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 Cefzone safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cefzone in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefzone safe during breastfeeding?
Cefzone may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefzone on the Kidneys?
Cefzone has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefzone on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cefzone on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cefzone on the Heart?
Using Cefzone does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cefzone 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 Cefzone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefzone habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cefzone.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefzone you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cefzone only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cefzone is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefzone
Taking Cefzone with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefzone
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefzone.
Rarely Cefzone 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.
Yes, Cefzone can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.
Yes Cefzone 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.
Yes, Cefzone 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.
Occasionally Cefzone 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.
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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
