Nosocef Information
Nosocef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Nosocef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Nosocef depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
While these are the most often observed Nosocef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nosocef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Nosocef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Nosocef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Nosocef related warnings section.
Nosocef can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Nosocef in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Nosocef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Nosocef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Nosocef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Nosocef Benefits & Uses
Nosocef is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Nosocef 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Nosocef Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nosocef is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- पेट दर्द
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Sore throat
- Steven-johnsons syndrome
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Rash
- Headache
- Urticaria
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Chills
- पेट की गैस
- Flushing
Nosocef Related Warnings
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Is the use of Nosocef safe for pregnant women?
Nosocef is safe for pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Nosocef safe during breastfeeding?
Nosocef may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Nosocef on the Kidneys?
Nosocef rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Nosocef on the Liver?
Side effects of Nosocef rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Nosocef on the Heart?
Nosocef is not harmful for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Nosocef with Other Drugs
Nosocef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Nosocef Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nosocef 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 Nosocef
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Is this Nosocef habit forming or addictive?
Nosocef is not addictive in nature.
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 Nosocef can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Nosocef 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 Nosocef for mental disorders.
No
Nosocef Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Nosocef
It is safe to take Nosocef with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Nosocef
Information about the interaction of Nosocef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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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
