Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection Information

Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection are Diarrhoea, Rash, Allergic reaction. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Monocef SB 500 mg/250 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.

It is also important to note that Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection related warnings section.

Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions.

Drug reaction of Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Monocef Sb Benefits & Uses
Monocef Sb Dosage & How to Take
Monocef Sb Side Effects
Monocef Sb Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Monocef Sb with Other Drugs
Monocef Sb Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Monocef Sb
Monocef Sb Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Bacterial Infections
Blood Infection
Meningitis
Peritonitis

Monocef SB 500 mg/250 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)

Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection is used -

Moderate

Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)

Common

Diarrhoea
Rash
Allergic reaction

Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

Monocef SB is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Monocef SB for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Monocef SB on kidney, information on safety of Monocef SB for kidney is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection on the Liver?

Monocef SB may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Monocef SB on heart. So it is not known whether taking Monocef SB will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection with Other Drugs

Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Amikacin

Cyclosporine

Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection

Is this Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection is addictive.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection only as per medical advice.

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

No, Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection

You can take Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Monocef SB 500 mg/250 mg Injection.

Unknown