Kocef 1000 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Kocef 1000 Injection Information

Kocef 1000 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Kocef 1000 Injection have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Kocef 1000 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Kocef 1000 Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Kocef 1000 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Kocef 1000 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Kocef 1000 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Kocef 1000 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Kocef 1000 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Kocef 1000 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Kocef 1000 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Kocef Benefits & Uses
Kocef Dosage & How to Take
Kocef Side Effects
Kocef Related Warnings
Kocef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Kocef
Kocef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Kocef 1000 Injection Benefits & Uses

Kocef 1000 Injection 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

Kocef 1000 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: 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

Kocef 1000 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Kocef 1000 Injection safe for pregnant women?

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

Safe
Is the use of Kocef 1000 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Kocef on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Kocef 1000 Injection on the Kidneys?

Kocef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Kocef 1000 Injection on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Kocef 1000 Injection on the Heart?

Kocef is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Kocef 1000 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kocef 1000 Injection 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 Kocef 1000 Injection

Is this Kocef 1000 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Kocef 1000 Injection.

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

After taking Kocef 1000 Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Kocef 1000 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?

There is no benefit of taking Kocef 1000 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Kocef 1000 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Kocef 1000 Injection

Taking Kocef 1000 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Kocef 1000 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Kocef 1000 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Kocef 1000 Injection

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Kocef with azithromycin?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Avoid taking Kocef 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Kocef?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Do not self-administer Kocef. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Kocef cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Kocef 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Kocef used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes Kocef is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Kocef?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Kocef 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.