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Hanucef 1 gm Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Hanucef 1 gm Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Hanucef 1 gm Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Hanucef 1 gm Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Hanucef 1 gm 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Hanucef 1 gm Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Hanucef 1 gm Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Hanucef 1 gm 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. Other contraindications of Hanucef 1 gm Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Hanucef 1 gm Injection have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Hanucef 1 gm Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Hanucef 1 gm 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 Hanucef 1 gm Injection safe for pregnant women?
Hanucef is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Hanucef 1 gm Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Hanucef for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Hanucef 1 gm Injection on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Hanucef on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Hanucef 1 gm Injection on the Liver?
Hanucef is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Hanucef 1 gm Injection on the Heart?
Hanucef is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hanucef 1 gm Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hanucef 1 gm Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Hanucef 1 gm 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 Hanucef 1 gm Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Hanucef 1 gm Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Hanucef 1 gm Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Hanucef 1 gm Injection
You can take Hanucef 1 gm Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hanucef 1 gm Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Hanucef 1 gm Injection with alcohol.
Hanucef 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.
Yes, Hanucef can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Hanucef 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.
No, you can not buy Hanucef 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.
Rarely Hanucef 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.
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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
