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Cefogram 500 Injection 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, Cefogram 500 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefogram 500 Injection. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Cefogram 500 Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Cefogram 500 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefogram 500 Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cefogram 500 Injection related warnings talks about Cefogram 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cefogram 500 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefogram 500 Injection contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Cefogram 500 Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefogram 500 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cefogram 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 |
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 Cefogram 500 Injection is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Cefogram 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Cefogram is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefogram 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Cefogram as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Cefogram 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Cefogram may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefogram 500 Injection on the Liver?
Cefogram may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefogram 500 Injection on the Heart?
Cefogram is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefogram 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefogram 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cefogram 500 Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cefogram 500 Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cefogram 500 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefogram 500 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cefogram 500 Injection
It is safe to take Cefogram 500 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefogram 500 Injection
Information about the interaction of Cefogram 500 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Cefogram 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.
Rarely Cefogram 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.
Occasionally Cefogram 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.
Cefogram 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.
Cefogram works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
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