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Efectal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Efectal also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Efectal depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Efectal as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Efectal go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Efectal has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Efectal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Efectal related warnings section.
Efectal is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Efectal are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Efectal may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Efectal is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Efectal 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Efectal is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Efectal safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Efectal safely.
Is the use of Efectal safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Efectal on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Efectal on the Kidneys?
Efectal rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Efectal on the Liver?
Efectal may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Efectal on the Heart?
Using Efectal does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Efectal 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 Efectal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Efectal habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Efectal.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Efectal you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Efectal should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Efectal is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Efectal
Taking Efectal with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Efectal
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Efectal with alcohol will be.
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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
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
