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Ekcef is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Ekcef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Ekcef depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Some other side effects of Ekcef have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ekcef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Ekcef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Ekcef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ekcef 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 Ekcef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Ekcef with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ekcef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ekcef 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ekcef is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Ekcef safe for pregnant women?
Ekcef is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Ekcef safe during breastfeeding?
Ekcef may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ekcef on the Kidneys?
Ekcef rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ekcef on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ekcef on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ekcef on the Heart?
Ekcef is not harmful for the heart.
Ekcef 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 Ekcef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ekcef habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ekcef has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ekcef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ekcef can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ekcef is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ekcef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ekcef
You can take Ekcef with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ekcef
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ekcef with alcohol will be.
Avoid taking Ekcef 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.
Yes, Ekcef 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.
Ekcef can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Ekcef is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Ekcef 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
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