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Cefzone, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefzone have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Cefzone depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefzone as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefzone are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Cefzone's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Cefzone's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefzone related warnings section.
Cefzone is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefzone contraindications section.
Additionally, Cefzone may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefzone, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cefzone 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 Cefzone is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Cefzone safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefzone without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Cefzone safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Cefzone on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Cefzone on the Kidneys?
Cefzone may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefzone on the Liver?
Cefzone has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefzone on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cefzone for the heart.
Cefzone 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 Cefzone unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefzone habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cefzone is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefzone you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Cefzone should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefzone is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefzone
Taking Cefzone with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefzone
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefzone with alcohol.
Avoid taking Cefzone 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.
Cefzone 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.
Cefzone can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Cefzone 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.
Yes Cefzone 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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