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

Medocid Information

Medocid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Medocid have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Medocid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Medocid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Medocid go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Medocid's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Medocid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Medocid related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Medocid since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Medocid are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Medocid may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Medocid is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Medocid Benefits & Uses
Medocid Dosage & How to Take
Medocid Side Effects
Medocid Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Medocid with Other Drugs
Medocid Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Medocid
Medocid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Medocid Benefits & Uses

Medocid 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

Medocid 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

Medocid Related Warnings

Is the use of Medocid safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Medocid safely.

Safe
Is the use of Medocid safe during breastfeeding?

Medocid has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Medocid on the Kidneys?

Medocid rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Medocid on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Medocid on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Medocid on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Medocid for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Medocid with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Medocid Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Medocid 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 Medocid

Is this Medocid habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Medocid.

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 Medocid can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Medocid only as per medical advice.

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

No, Medocid cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Medocid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Medocid

Taking Medocid with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Medocid

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Medocid and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Medocid

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Medocid with doxycycline?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Medocid and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Medocid?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Medocid 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I use Medocid to treat pneumonia?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can use Medocid 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 5 years ago

Is Medocid safe to use?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Medocid 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Medocid cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Medocid 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.