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Stercef 500 Injection Information

Stercef 500 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Stercef 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Stercef 500 Injection. 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.

Some other side effects of Stercef 500 Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Stercef 500 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Stercef 500 Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Stercef 500 Injection related warnings talks about Stercef 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Stercef 500 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Stercef 500 Injection in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. The section on Stercef 500 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Stercef 500 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Stercef 500 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Stercef Benefits & Uses
Stercef Dosage & How to Take
Stercef Side Effects
Stercef Related Warnings
Stercef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Stercef
Stercef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Stercef 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Stercef 500 Injection 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

Stercef 500 Injection 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 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Stercef 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Stercef is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Stercef 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Stercef on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Stercef 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Stercef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Stercef 500 Injection 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 500 Injection on the Heart?

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

Safe

Stercef 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Stercef 500 Injection 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 Stercef 500 Injection

Is this Stercef 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Stercef 500 Injection 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 500 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Stercef 500 Injection 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 500 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Stercef 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Stercef 500 Injection

It is safe to take Stercef 500 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Stercef 500 Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Stercef 500 Injection.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Stercef 500 Injection

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.