Safelo

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Safelo Information

Safelo is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Safelo have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Safelo. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Safelo side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Safelo 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Safelo is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Safelo related warnings talks about Safelo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Safelo since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Safelo contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Safelo have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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



Safelo Benefits & Uses

Safelo is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Safelo 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

Safelo Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Safelo safe for pregnant women?


    Safelo is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Safelo safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can take Safelo as it bears very minor side effects for them.

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


    Safelo may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

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


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

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


    Safelo is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Safelo with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Safelo Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Safelo unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Safelo

  • Is this Safelo habit forming or addictive?


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

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Safelo. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Safelo should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Safelo cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Safelo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Safelo


    Taking Safelo with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Safelo


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Safelo

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Safelo cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Safelo 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 about 5 years ago

Is Safelo safe to use?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Safelo is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Safelo used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes Safelo 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Safelo on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Discontinuing Safelo in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Safelo cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Safelo 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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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