Monocef 250mg Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Monocef 250mg Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Monocef 250mg Injection 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Monocef 250mg Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Monocef 250mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Monocef 250mg Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Monocef 250mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Monocef 250mg Injection related warnings section.
Monocef 250mg Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Monocef 250mg Injection in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. The section on Monocef 250mg Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Monocef 250mg Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Monocef 250mg Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Monocef 250mg Injection 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
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Is the use of Monocef 250mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Monocef Injection is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Monocef 250mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Monocef Injection has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Monocef 250mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Monocef Injection on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Monocef 250mg Injection on the Liver?
Monocef Injection may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Monocef 250mg Injection on the Heart?
Monocef Injection is completely safe for the heart.
Monocef 250mg Injection 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 Monocef 250mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Monocef 250mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Monocef 250mg Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Monocef 250mg Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Monocef 250mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Monocef 250mg Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Monocef 250mg Injection
Taking Monocef 250mg Injection with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Monocef 250mg Injection
Information about the interaction of Monocef 250mg Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Monocef Injection 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.
Yes Monocef Injection 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.
Monocef Injection 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.
Monocef Injection can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Occasionally Monocef Injection 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.
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