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Clarocef Benefits & Uses

Clarocef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Clarocef 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Clarocef Related Warnings

Is the use of Clarocef safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Clarocef in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Clarocef safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Clarocef as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Clarocef on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Clarocef on the Liver?

Clarocef may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Clarocef on the Heart?

You can take Clarocef without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Clarocef with Other Drugs

Clarocef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Clarocef Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Clarocef

Is this Clarocef habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Clarocef is addictive.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Clarocef can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Clarocef only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Clarocef for mental disorders.

No

Clarocef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clarocef

You can take Clarocef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Clarocef

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Clarocef and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Clarocef

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Clarocef with doxycycline?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Clarocef 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Clarocef?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Do not self-administer Clarocef. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Clarocef cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Rarely Clarocef can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Clarocef?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Clarocef 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Clarocef on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Discontinuing Clarocef 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.