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

Ritecef Information

Ritecef is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of Ritecef have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ritecef. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Ritecef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Ritecef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ritecef is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Ritecef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ritecef related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Ritecef since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ritecef have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Ritecef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Ritecef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Ritecef Benefits & Uses

Ritecef 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

Ritecef 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

Ritecef Related Warnings

Is the use of Ritecef safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Ritecef in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Ritecef safe during breastfeeding?

Ritecef may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Ritecef on the Kidneys?

Ritecef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ritecef on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Ritecef on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ritecef with Other Drugs

Ritecef 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

Ritecef Contraindications

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

Is this Ritecef habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ritecef is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ritecef as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ritecef should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Ritecef for mental disorders.

No

Ritecef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ritecef

Taking Ritecef with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ritecef

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ritecef.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Ritecef

Question over 4 years ago

Does Ritecef cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Rarely Ritecef can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I buy Ritecef over-the-counter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, you can not buy Ritecef over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Ritecef help in preventing cold?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Ritecef does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Ritecef cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Ritecef 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 5 years ago

Can I take Ritecef without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Ritecef is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.