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Gramocef-500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Gramocef-500 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Gramocef-500 Injection 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gramocef-500 Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Gramocef-500 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gramocef-500 Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Gramocef-500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gramocef-500 Injection related warnings section.
Gramocef-500 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gramocef-500 Injection in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Gramocef-500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Gramocef-500 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Gramocef-500 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Gramocef-500 Injection 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 |
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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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Is the use of Gramocef-500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Gramocef in pregnant women.
Is the use of Gramocef-500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Gramocef for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gramocef-500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Gramocef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gramocef-500 Injection on the Liver?
Gramocef has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gramocef-500 Injection on the Heart?
Gramocef is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gramocef-500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gramocef-500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Gramocef-500 Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gramocef-500 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Gramocef-500 Injection can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Gramocef-500 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gramocef-500 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gramocef-500 Injection
Taking Gramocef-500 Injection with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gramocef-500 Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gramocef-500 Injection with alcohol.
Yes, you can use Gramocef to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Avoid taking Gramocef 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.
Gramocef does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.
Occasionally Gramocef can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Rarely Gramocef can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.
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References
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