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Gencef is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Meningitis. Other than this, Gencef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gencef. 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, Gencef can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gencef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Gencef's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Gencef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gencef related warnings section.
Gencef is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gencef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Gencef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Gencef is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Gencef is used to treat the following -
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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Gencef safe for pregnant women?
Gencef is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Gencef safe during breastfeeding?
Gencef does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Gencef on the Kidneys?
Gencef rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gencef on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Gencef on the liver.
What is the effect of Gencef on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Gencef for the heart.
Gencef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gencef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gencef habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gencef has not been reported.
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 Gencef can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Gencef should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gencef for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gencef
You can take Gencef with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gencef
Information about the interaction of Gencef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes Gencef can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. This condition arises due to an imbalance in the gut flora. Generally, most of the antibiotics kill colonies of "good" as well as "bad bacteria" resulting in the imbalance of microbes causing diarrhea. You are recommended to avoid heavy and spicy meals along with the intake of this medicine. Also, keep yourself hydrated and take ample rest in case of mild diarrhea. If you have severe diarrhea consult with your doctor instantly he/she will prescribe you medicines to stop stool output. After you have completely recovered from diarrhea you can choose to have a "probiotic" to ensure the re-growth of good bacteria in your gut.
Gencef contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
Gencef is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice.
Yes, Gencef can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Gencef covers enterococcus. It is effective against enterococcus responsible for causing urinary tract infections, skin infections, gynecological infections.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Claforan® (cefotaxime)