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Acticef is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Acticef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Acticef depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
While these are the most often observed Acticef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Acticef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Acticef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Acticef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Acticef related warnings section.
Acticef is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Acticef have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Acticef with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Acticef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Acticef 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 |
Adult |
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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 Acticef safe for pregnant women?
Acticef is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Acticef safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Acticef for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Acticef on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Acticef on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Acticef on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Acticef on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Acticef on the Heart?
Acticef is completely safe for the heart.
Acticef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acticef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acticef habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Acticef is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Acticef. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Acticef only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Acticef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Acticef
Taking Acticef with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acticef
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Acticef with alcohol will be.
Occasionally Acticef 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.
Acticef 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.
Acticef 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.
No, you can not buy Acticef over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, Acticef 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727-728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311