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Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection Information

Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. The alternative uses of Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection Benefits & Uses

Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection 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
Adult	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection is used -

Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefrox Injection without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Cefrox Injection is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Cefrox Injection on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection on the Liver?

Cefrox Injection does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection on the Heart?

Using Cefrox Injection does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection

Is this Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection is addictive.

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

After taking Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection 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, the use of Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection

It is safe to take Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection

Information about the interaction of Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefrox 1.5 Gm Injection

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Cefrox Injection contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefrox Injection does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefrox Injection with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefrox Injection can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Cefrox Injection along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Cefrox Injection work?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Cefrox Injection contains cefuroxime which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Cefrox Injection is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Moraxella catarrhalis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Cefrox Injection treat pneumonia?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Cefrox Injection can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefrox Injection treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefrox Injection can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.