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Extacef Tazo Benefits & Uses

Extacef Tazo 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

Extacef Tazo 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

Extacef Tazo Related Warnings

Is the use of Extacef Tazo safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Extacef Tazo in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Extacef Tazo safe during breastfeeding?

Extacef Tazo is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Extacef Tazo on the Kidneys?

Extacef Tazo has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Extacef Tazo on the Liver?

Using Extacef Tazo does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Extacef Tazo on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Extacef Tazo for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Extacef Tazo with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Extacef Tazo Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis
Kidney Disease
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Asthma
Cystic Fibrosis
Ulcerative Colitis
Hemophilia

Frequently asked Questions about Extacef Tazo

Is this Extacef Tazo habit forming or addictive?

Extacef Tazo is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Extacef Tazo. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Extacef Tazo 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?

Extacef Tazo is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Extacef Tazo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Extacef Tazo

You can take Extacef Tazo with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Extacef Tazo

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Extacef Tazo

Question over 5 years ago

What is Extacef Tazo?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Extacef Tazo 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 Extacef Tazo without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Extacef Tazo 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Extacef Tazo?

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

Do not self-administer Extacef Tazo. 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 about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Extacef Tazo on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Discontinuing Extacef Tazo 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Extacef Tazo cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Extacef Tazo 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.