Ceftizoxime Benefits & Uses

Ceftizoxime is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Ceftizoxime 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: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ceftizoxime Related Warnings

Is the use of Ceftizoxime safe for pregnant women?

Ceftizoxime is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Ceftizoxime safe during breastfeeding?

Ceftizoxime is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Ceftizoxime on the Kidneys?

Ceftizoxime rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ceftizoxime on the Liver?

Ceftizoxime is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Ceftizoxime on the Heart?

Ceftizoxime is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ceftizoxime with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Ceftizoxime Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)

Frequently asked Questions about Ceftizoxime

Is this Ceftizoxime habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ceftizoxime.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ceftizoxime should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Ceftizoxime in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ceftizoxime Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ceftizoxime

You can take Ceftizoxime with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftizoxime

Information about the interaction of Ceftizoxime and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown