Forcef 250 mg Injection

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    Forcef 250 mg Injection Information

    Forcef 250 mg Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Other than this, Forcef 250 mg Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

    The optimal dosage of Forcef 250 mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

    Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Forcef 250 mg Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Forcef 250 mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

    In addition, Forcef 250 mg Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Forcef 250 mg Injection related warnings talks about Forcef 250 mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

    Some other conditions that can be affected by Forcef 250 mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

    Additionally, Forcef 250 mg Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

    In addition to the above precautions for Forcef 250 mg Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



    Forcef 250 mg Injection Benefits & Uses

    Forcef 250 mg Injection is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Forcef 250 mg 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: Septic Arthritis (SA)
    • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g
    • Dosage Route: Parenteral
    • Frequency: 8 hourly
    • Course Duration: 10 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    Geriatric
    • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
    • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g
    • Dosage Route: Parenteral
    • Frequency: 8 hourly
    • Course Duration: 10 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
    • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
    • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
    • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
    • Dosage Route: Parenteral
    • Frequency: 8 hourly
    • Course Duration: 10 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    2 - 12 years (Child)
    • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
    • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
    • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
    • Dosage Route: Parenteral
    • Frequency: 8 hourly
    • Course Duration: 10 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

    Forcef 250 mg Injection Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Forcef 250 mg Injection safe for pregnant women?


      Forcef is safe to take during pregnancy.

      Safe
    • Is the use of Forcef 250 mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?


      Forcef is safe for breastfeeding women.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Forcef 250 mg Injection on the Kidneys?


      Forcef rarely affects the kidneys.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Forcef 250 mg Injection on the Liver?


      Forcef is not harmful for the liver.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Forcef 250 mg Injection on the Heart?


      Using Forcef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

      Safe


    Forcef 250 mg Injection Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Forcef 250 mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Forcef 250 mg Injection

    • Is this Forcef 250 mg Injection habit forming or addictive?


      Forcef 250 mg Injection does not cause addiction.

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


      No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Forcef 250 mg Injection as you may feel sleepy.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, Forcef 250 mg Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


      Forcef 250 mg Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

      No

    Forcef 250 mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Forcef 250 mg Injection


      Taking Forcef 250 mg Injection with food does not cause any problems.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Forcef 250 mg Injection


      Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Forcef 250 mg Injection.

      Unknown


    Frequently asked Questions about Forcef 250 mg Injection

    Question over 4 years ago

    Is Forcef a sulfa drug?

    Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

    No, Forcef is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Does Forcef cover enterococcus?

    Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

    No, Forcef does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Forcef. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance. 

    Question over 4 years ago

    Does Forcef affect hemoglobin?

    Yes, Forcef can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.

    Question almost 4 years ago

    Can Forcef treat typhoid?

    Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Forcef can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.

    Question about 5 years ago

    Can I discontinue Forcef on my own without doctors advice?

    Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

    Discontinuing Forcef on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.



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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience



    References

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312



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