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Odicef

  • Manufactured by: Galpha Laboratories Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Ceftriaxone (500 mg)

Odicef

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  • Contains / Salt: Ceftriaxone (500 mg)

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Odicef Information

Odicef is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Odicef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Odicef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

While these are the most often observed Odicef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Odicef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Odicef's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Odicef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Odicef related warnings section.

Odicef is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Odicef are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Odicef have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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

  1. Odicef Benefits & Uses
  2. Odicef Dosage & How to Take
  3. Odicef Side Effects
  4. Odicef Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Odicef with Other Drugs
  6. Odicef Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Odicef
  8. Odicef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Odicef Benefits & Uses

Odicef 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

  • Skin Infections
  • Bronchitis
  • Food Poisoning
  • Brain Infection

Odicef 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

Odicef Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Odicef is used -

Severe

  • Diarrhoea
  • पेट दर्द
  • Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
  • Sore throat
  • Steven-johnsons syndrome
  • Erythema

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Rash
  • Headache
  • Urticaria
  • Dizziness
  • Chills
  • पेट की गैस
  • Flushing

Odicef Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Odicef safe for pregnant women?


    Odicef is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Odicef safe during breastfeeding?


    Odicef may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Odicef on the Kidneys?


    Odicef rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Odicef on the Liver?


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

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Odicef on the Heart?


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

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Odicef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium
  • Shelcal XT Tablet
  • Gemcal DS Soft Gelatin Capsule (15)
  • Calshine D Tablet
  • Shelcal 500 Tablet
Calcium Carbonate
  • Shelcal HD 12 Tablet (15)
  • Gemcal 500 Capsule
  • Gemsoline Soft Gelatin Capsule (15)
  • Gemcal XT Tablet
Leucovorin Calcium
  • Calcium Leucovorin Injection
  • Lucal 50 Injection 5 Ml
  • Lucal 15 Injection 3 Ml
  • Unifolin Injection

Moderate

Cyclosporin
  • Cyclomune 0.05 % Eye Drop
  • Cyclomune 0.1% Eye Drop
  • Psorid 100 Capsule
  • Panimun Bioral 100 Capsule
Ethinyl Estradiol
  • Ovral L Tablet
  • Krimson 35 Tablet
  • Yamini Tablet (21)
  • Ovuloc Ld 0.02 Mg/0.15 Mg Tablet
Warfarin
  • Warf 5 Tablet (30)
  • Warf 2 Tablet (30)
  • Warf 1 Tablet (30)
  • Warfaxin 5 Tablet
Amikacin
  • Mikacin 500 mg Injection
  • Mikacin 250 mg Injection
  • Mikacin 100 mg Injection
  • Alfakim 250 Mg Injection

Odicef Contraindications

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

  • Is this Odicef habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Odicef.

    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 Odicef can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Odicef only on doctor's advice.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Odicef for mental disorders.

    No

Odicef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Odicef


    It is safe to take Odicef with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Odicef


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

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Odicef

Question almost 3 years ago

Does Odicef cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Odicef 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 about 3 years ago

Can I take Odicef with azithromycin?

Dr. Anjum Mujawar MBBS , Diabetology

Avoid taking Odicef 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 over 3 years ago

What is Odicef?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Odicef 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 about 3 years ago

Can Odicef cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Odicef 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 almost 3 years ago

Can I use Odicef to treat pneumonia?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can use Odicef 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.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 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

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