Mekcef S: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Mekcef S Benefits & Uses

Mekcef S 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

Mekcef S 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)

Mekcef S Side Effects

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

Moderate

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

Common

Diarrhoea
Rash
Allergic reaction

Mekcef S Related Warnings

Is the use of Mekcef S safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Mekcef S in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Mekcef S safe during breastfeeding?

Mekcef S has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Mekcef S on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Mekcef S on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Mekcef S on the Liver?

Mekcef S can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Mekcef S on the Heart?

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

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Mekcef S with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Amikacin

Cyclosporine

Mekcef S Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Mekcef S

Is this Mekcef S habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Mekcef S is addictive.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Mekcef S 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?

No, Mekcef S is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Mekcef S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mekcef S

You can take Mekcef S with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mekcef S

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Mekcef S with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Mekcef S

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Mekcef S?

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

Do not self-administer Mekcef S. 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 almost 6 years ago

Can Mekcef S cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Mekcef S can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Mekcef S cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Mekcef S 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

Can I take Mekcef S with doxycycline?

Dr. , General Physician

Mekcef S and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Mekcef S help in preventing cold?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Mekcef S 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.