Stacef Information
Stacef is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Stacef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Stacef 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Stacef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Stacef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Stacef is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Stacef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Stacef can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Stacef in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. The section on Stacef contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Stacef may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Stacef is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Stacef Benefits & Uses
Stacef is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Stacef 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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Stacef Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Stacef 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
Stacef Related Warnings
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Is the use of Stacef safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Stacef safely.
Safe -
Is the use of Stacef safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Stacef as it bears very minor side effects for them.
Mild -
What is the effect of Stacef on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Stacef on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Stacef on the Liver?
Stacef is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Stacef on the Heart?
Stacef is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Stacef with Other Drugs
Stacef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Stacef Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Stacef 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 Stacef
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Is this Stacef habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Stacef.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Stacef. So it is best to avoid driving.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Stacef is safe but it is important to consult a 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 Stacef for mental disorders.
No
Stacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Stacef
Taking Stacef with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Stacef
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Stacef with alcohol.
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
