Stercef

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Stercef Information

Stercef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of Stercef have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Stercef. 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 Stercef as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Stercef 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 Stercef is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Stercef related warnings talks about Stercef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Stercef 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 Stercef are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Stercef may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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



Stercef Benefits & Uses

Stercef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Stercef 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

Stercef Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Stercef safe for pregnant women?


    Stercef is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Stercef safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Stercef on breastfeeding women are very mild.

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


    Stercef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

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


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

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


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Stercef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Stercef Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Stercef

  • Is this Stercef habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Stercef has not been reported.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Stercef 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?


    Stercef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Stercef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Stercef


    It is safe to take Stercef with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Stercef


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Stercef

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Stercef for cough?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Stercef can be taken for cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Stercef cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Stercef can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help. 

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Stercef?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Stercef can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Stercef cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Rarely Stercef 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 almost 5 years ago

Can Stercef cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Stercef 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.



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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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