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

Eracef Benefits & Uses

Eracef 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

Eracef 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

Eracef Related Warnings

Is the use of Eracef safe for pregnant women?

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

Safe
Is the use of Eracef safe during breastfeeding?

Eracef has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Eracef on the Kidneys?

Eracef rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Eracef on the Liver?

Eracef is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Eracef on the Heart?

Eracef is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Eracef with Other Drugs

Eracef 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

Eracef Contraindications

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

Is this Eracef habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Eracef 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 Eracef can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Eracef should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Eracef is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Eracef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Eracef

Taking Eracef with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Eracef

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Eracef

Question over 5 years ago

What is Eracef?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Eracef 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 almost 5 years ago

Can Eracef cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Eracef 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Eracef help in preventing cold?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Eracef does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Eracef cause diarrhea?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Eracef 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 almost 5 years ago

Can Eracef cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Eracef 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.