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Gracef is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Gracef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gracef. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Gracef have been listed ahead. These side effects of Gracef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Gracef's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Gracef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gracef related warnings section.
Gracef is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gracef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Gracef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Gracef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Gracef 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 Gracef safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Gracef without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Gracef safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Gracef for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gracef on the Kidneys?
Gracef rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gracef on the Liver?
Gracef has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Gracef on the Heart?
Gracef is completely safe for the heart.
Gracef 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 Gracef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gracef habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Gracef is addictive.
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 Gracef can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Gracef should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gracef for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gracef
Taking Gracef with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gracef
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gracef.
Gracef is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
No, you can not buy Gracef over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, Gracef 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.
Yes, Gracef 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.
Gracef 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.
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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
