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Jacef Information

Jacef, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Jacef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Jacef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Jacef as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Jacef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

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

Jacef is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Jacef have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Jacef may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Jacef is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.


Jacef Benefits & Uses

Jacef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Jacef 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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

Jacef Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Jacef is used -

Severe

Mild

Jacef Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Jacef safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Jacef safely.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Jacef safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can take Jacef as it bears very minor side effects for them.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Jacef on the Kidneys?


    Jacef rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Jacef on the Liver?


    Jacef may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Jacef on the Heart?


    Jacef is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Jacef with Other Drugs

Jacef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate


Jacef Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Jacef

  • Is this Jacef habit forming or addictive?


    Jacef 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 Jacef as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Jacef 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?


    No, Jacef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Jacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Jacef


    It is safe to take Jacef with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Jacef


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Jacef with alcohol.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Jacef

Question over 6 years ago

Does Jacef cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Rarely Jacef can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question almost 7 years ago

Can Jacef cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Jacef 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 almost 7 years ago

Can Jacef cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Jacef 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. 

Question almost 7 years ago

Can I use Jacef to treat pneumonia?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can use Jacef 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.

Question about 7 years ago

How long can I safely take Jacef?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Jacef can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience


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

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