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Efoceft 250 Mg Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Efoceft 250 Mg Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Efoceft 250 Mg Injection related warnings talks about Efoceft 250 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Efoceft 250 Mg Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Efoceft 250 Mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Efoceft 250 Mg Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Efoceft 250 Mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Efoceft 250 Mg 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Efoceft 250 Mg Injection is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Efoceft is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Efoceft for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Efoceft rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Efoceft has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Efoceft is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Efoceft 250 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Efoceft 250 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Efoceft 250 Mg Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Efoceft 250 Mg Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Efoceft 250 Mg Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Efoceft 250 Mg Injection
You can take Efoceft 250 Mg Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Efoceft 250 Mg Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Efoceft 250 Mg Injection with alcohol will be.
Efoceft 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.
Yes Efoceft 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.
Yes, Efoceft is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Efoceft 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.
Yes, Efoceft 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.
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