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Imunocef, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Imunocef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Imunocef. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Imunocef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Imunocef 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Imunocef is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Imunocef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Imunocef related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Imunocef since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Imunocef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Imunocef have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Imunocef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Imunocef 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 Imunocef is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Imunocef safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Imunocef safely.
Is the use of Imunocef safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Imunocef for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Imunocef on the Kidneys?
Imunocef rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Imunocef on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Imunocef on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Imunocef on the Heart?
Using Imunocef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Imunocef 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 Imunocef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Imunocef habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Imunocef is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Imunocef as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Imunocef is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Imunocef for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Imunocef
Taking Imunocef with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Imunocef
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Imunocef with alcohol will be.
Imunocef 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.
Yes, you can use Imunocef to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Yes, Imunocef 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, Imunocef 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.
Yes, Imunocef 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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
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