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Ekcef 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 Ekcef 250 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Ekcef 250 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
While these are the most often observed Ekcef 250 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ekcef 250 Injection 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.
It is also important to note that Ekcef 250 Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Ekcef 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ekcef 250 Injection related warnings section.
Ekcef 250 Injection 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 Ekcef 250 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ekcef 250 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Ekcef 250 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ekcef 250 Injection 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 Ekcef 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Ekcef is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Ekcef 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Ekcef may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ekcef 250 Injection on the Kidneys?
Ekcef rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ekcef 250 Injection on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ekcef on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ekcef 250 Injection on the Heart?
Ekcef is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ekcef 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ekcef 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ekcef 250 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ekcef 250 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ekcef 250 Injection can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ekcef 250 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ekcef 250 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ekcef 250 Injection
You can take Ekcef 250 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ekcef 250 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ekcef 250 Injection with alcohol will be.
Avoid taking Ekcef with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Ekcef 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.
Ekcef can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Ekcef 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.
Yes, Ekcef 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.
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References
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