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Ceftocid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Ceftocid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ceftocid. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ceftocid as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Ceftocid 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.
In addition, Ceftocid's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ceftocid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ceftocid 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 Ceftocid contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Ceftocid have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ceftocid is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ceftocid 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 Ceftocid safe for pregnant women?
Ceftocid is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Ceftocid safe during breastfeeding?
Ceftocid has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceftocid on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ceftocid on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ceftocid on the Liver?
Ceftocid has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ceftocid on the Heart?
Ceftocid is completely safe for the heart.
Ceftocid 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 Ceftocid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceftocid habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ceftocid.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ceftocid. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Ceftocid should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ceftocid cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ceftocid
It is safe to take Ceftocid with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftocid
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ceftocid with alcohol will be.
Ceftocid is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Occasionally Ceftocid 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, Ceftocid 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.
Avoid taking Ceftocid 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.
Ceftocid 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.
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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
