Aticef Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Aticef Information

Aticef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Capsule, Injection. Other than this, Aticef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Aticef is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Aticef also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea, Rash, Allergic reaction. Some other side effects of Aticef have been listed ahead. These side effects of Aticef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Aticef has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Aticef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Aticef 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 Aticef with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Aticef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Aticef Benefits & Uses

Aticef 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

Aticef 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: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) 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: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) 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: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) 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)

Aticef Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aticef is used -

Moderate

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

Common

Diarrhoea
Rash
Allergic reaction

Aticef Related Warnings

Is the use of Aticef safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Aticef without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Aticef safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Aticef as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Aticef on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Aticef for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Aticef on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Aticef. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Aticef on the Heart?

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

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Aticef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Amikacin

Cyclosporine

Aticef Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Aticef

Is this Aticef habit forming or addictive?

Aticef is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Aticef you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Aticef only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Aticef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Aticef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Aticef

It is safe to take Aticef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Aticef

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Aticef and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Aticef

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Aticef cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Aticef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Aticef cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Rarely Aticef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Aticef for cough?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Aticef 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Aticef with azithromycin?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Avoid taking Aticef 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Aticef?

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

Do not self-administer Aticef. 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.