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Suprava is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Suprava has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Suprava is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Suprava can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Suprava 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.
Suprava's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Suprava has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Suprava related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Suprava since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Suprava contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Suprava have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Suprava is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Suprava is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Is the use of Suprava safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Suprava without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Suprava safe during breastfeeding?
Suprava has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Suprava on the Kidneys?
Suprava has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Suprava on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Suprava on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Suprava on the Heart?
Suprava is completely safe for the heart.
Suprava should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Suprava unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Suprava habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Suprava has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Suprava can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Suprava only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Suprava cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Suprava
Taking Suprava with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Suprava
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Suprava with alcohol will be.
Suprava works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Yes, Suprava 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.
Suprava 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.
Rarely Suprava 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.
Yes Suprava 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.
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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