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Cefon 500 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of Cefon 500 Injection have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefon 500 Injection. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Cefon 500 Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Cefon 500 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Cefon 500 Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cefon 500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefon 500 Injection related warnings section.
Cefon 500 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cefon 500 Injection in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefon 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Cefon 500 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefon 500 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cefon 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 Cefon 500 Injection is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Cefon 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefon without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Cefon 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Cefon may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefon 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Cefon rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefon 500 Injection on the Liver?
Cefon is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefon 500 Injection on the Heart?
Using Cefon does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefon 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefon 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cefon 500 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefon 500 Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Cefon 500 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefon 500 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefon 500 Injection
Taking Cefon 500 Injection with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefon 500 Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefon 500 Injection with alcohol will be.
Cefon 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.
Cefon 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.
Occasionally Cefon 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.
Yes, Cefon can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Yes, Cefon 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