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Cesafe 500 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Cesafe 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Cesafe 500 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Cesafe 500 Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Cesafe 500 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Cesafe 500 Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cesafe 500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cesafe 500 Injection related warnings section.
Cesafe 500 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. The section on Cesafe 500 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Cesafe 500 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cesafe 500 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cesafe 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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Is the use of Cesafe 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cesafe in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cesafe 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Cesafe may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cesafe 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cesafe on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cesafe 500 Injection on the Liver?
Cesafe may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Cesafe 500 Injection on the Heart?
Cesafe is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cesafe 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cesafe 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Cesafe 500 Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cesafe 500 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Cesafe 500 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cesafe 500 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cesafe 500 Injection
It is safe to take Cesafe 500 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cesafe 500 Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cesafe 500 Injection.
Yes, Cesafe can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.
Occasionally Cesafe 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, Cesafe 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.
Cesafe 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.
Discontinuing Cesafe in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
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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
