Onecef Information
Onecef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of Onecef have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Onecef. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Onecef as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Onecef 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.
In addition, Onecef's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Onecef related warnings talks about Onecef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Onecef since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Onecef contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Onecef have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Onecef is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Onecef Benefits & Uses
Onecef is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Onecef 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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Onecef Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Onecef 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
Onecef Related Warnings
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Is the use of Onecef safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Onecef without worrying about any side effects.
Safe -
Is the use of Onecef safe during breastfeeding?
Onecef has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Onecef on the Kidneys?
Onecef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Onecef on the Liver?
Onecef may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Onecef on the Heart?
Using Onecef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Onecef with Other Drugs
Onecef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Onecef Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Onecef 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 Onecef
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Is this Onecef habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Onecef has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Onecef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Onecef can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Onecef should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Onecef is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Onecef Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Onecef
Taking Onecef with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Onecef
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Onecef and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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
