Supercef

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Supercef Information

Supercef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Supercef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Supercef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

While these are the most often observed Supercef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Supercef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Supercef has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Supercef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Supercef related warnings section.

Supercef is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Supercef contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Supercef have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Supercef is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Supercef Benefits & Uses

Supercef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Supercef 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

Supercef Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Supercef safe for pregnant women?


    Supercef is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Supercef safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Supercef on breastfeeding women are very mild.

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


    Supercef rarely affects the kidneys.

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


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

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


    Supercef is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Supercef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Supercef Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Supercef

  • Is this Supercef habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Supercef is addictive.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Supercef as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Supercef is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, Supercef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Supercef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Supercef


    Taking Supercef with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Supercef


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Supercef

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Supercef?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Do not self-administer Supercef. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately. 

Question over 4 years ago

Can I buy Supercef 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 Supercef 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 about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Supercef on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Discontinuing Supercef in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Supercef?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Supercef is a brand name for ceftriaxone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Supercef with azithromycin?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Avoid taking Supercef with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform 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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