Cesafe 250 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cesafe 250 Injection Information

Cesafe 250 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Cesafe 250 Injection have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cesafe 250 Injection. 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cesafe 250 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cesafe 250 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Cesafe 250 Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cesafe 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Cesafe 250 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cesafe 250 Injection in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. The section on Cesafe 250 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Cesafe 250 Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cesafe 250 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Cesafe Benefits & Uses
Cesafe Dosage & How to Take
Cesafe Side Effects
Cesafe Related Warnings
Cesafe Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cesafe
Cesafe Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cesafe 250 Injection Benefits & Uses

Cesafe 250 Injection 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

Cesafe 250 Injection 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

Cesafe 250 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Cesafe 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Cesafe in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cesafe 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Cesafe may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Cesafe 250 Injection on the Kidneys?

Cesafe may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cesafe 250 Injection on the Liver?

Cesafe has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cesafe 250 Injection on the Heart?

You can take Cesafe without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Cesafe 250 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cesafe 250 Injection 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 Cesafe 250 Injection

Is this Cesafe 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cesafe 250 Injection has not been reported.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Cesafe 250 Injection can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cesafe 250 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Cesafe 250 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Cesafe 250 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cesafe 250 Injection

Taking Cesafe 250 Injection with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cesafe 250 Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cesafe 250 Injection with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cesafe 250 Injection

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cesafe cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Cesafe 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Cesafe cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Cesafe 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cesafe for cough?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Cesafe 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 5 years ago

What is Cesafe?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cesafe 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Cesafe on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Discontinuing Cesafe 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.