Lyceft 500 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lyceft 500 Injection Information

Lyceft 500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of Lyceft 500 Injection have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lyceft 500 Injection. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lyceft 500 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lyceft 500 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lyceft 500 Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lyceft 500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lyceft 500 Injection related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Lyceft 500 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Lyceft 500 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Lyceft 500 Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lyceft 500 Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Lyceft 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Lyceft 500 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

Lyceft 500 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

Lyceft 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Lyceft 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Lyceft safely.

Safe
Is the use of Lyceft 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Lyceft for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Lyceft 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Lyceft on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Lyceft 500 Injection on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Lyceft 500 Injection on the Heart?

You can take Lyceft without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Lyceft 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lyceft 500 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 Lyceft 500 Injection

Is this Lyceft 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Lyceft 500 Injection is addictive.

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 Lyceft 500 Injection can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Lyceft 500 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Lyceft 500 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Lyceft 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lyceft 500 Injection

It is safe to take Lyceft 500 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lyceft 500 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lyceft 500 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lyceft 500 Injection

Question over 4 years ago

Does Lyceft 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

Lyceft 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 about 5 years ago

Can Lyceft cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Lyceft 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Lyceft with azithromycin?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Avoid taking Lyceft 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 long can I safely take Lyceft?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Lyceft without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Lyceft is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.