Ucef 500 Mg Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ucef 500 Mg Injection Information

Ucef 500 Mg Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Ucef 500 Mg Injection have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Ucef 500 Mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ucef 500 Mg Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ucef 500 Mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ucef 500 Mg Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Ucef 500 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ucef 500 Mg Injection related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Ucef 500 Mg Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Ucef 500 Mg Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

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

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

Ucef 500 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Ucef 500 Mg 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

Ucef 500 Mg 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

Ucef 500 Mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Ucef 500 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

Ucef is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Ucef 500 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Ucef may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Ucef 500 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?

Ucef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ucef 500 Mg Injection on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Ucef 500 Mg Injection on the Heart?

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

Safe

Ucef 500 Mg Injection Contraindications

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

Is this Ucef 500 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Ucef 500 Mg Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Ucef 500 Mg Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ucef 500 Mg Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ucef 500 Mg Injection only as per medical advice.

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

No, Ucef 500 Mg Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ucef 500 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ucef 500 Mg Injection

Taking Ucef 500 Mg Injection with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ucef 500 Mg Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ucef 500 Mg Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Ucef 500 Mg Injection

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Ucef cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Ucef 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 over 4 years ago

Does Ucef cause diarrhea?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Ucef can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Ucef for cough?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Ucef 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 over 4 years ago

Can I buy Ucef over-the-counter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, you can not buy Ucef over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Ucef help in preventing cold?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Ucef does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.