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Ancef 250 Mg Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Ancef 250 Mg Injection have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Ancef 250 Mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ancef 250 Mg Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ancef 250 Mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ancef 250 Mg Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ancef 250 Mg Injection related warnings talks about Ancef 250 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ancef 250 Mg Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ancef 250 Mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Ancef 250 Mg Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ancef 250 Mg Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ancef 250 Mg 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 |
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ancef 250 Mg Injection is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Ancef 250 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ancef without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Ancef 250 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ancef for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ancef 250 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Ancef rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ancef 250 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Side effects of Ancef rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Ancef 250 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Ancef is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ancef 250 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ancef 250 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ancef 250 Mg Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ancef 250 Mg Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ancef 250 Mg Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ancef 250 Mg Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ancef 250 Mg Injection
Taking Ancef 250 Mg Injection with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ancef 250 Mg Injection
Information about the interaction of Ancef 250 Mg Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Ancef 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.
Avoid taking Ancef 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.
Yes, Ancef can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.
Yes Ancef is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Ancef is a brand name for ceftriaxone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
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