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Kocef 250 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Kocef 250 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Kocef 250 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Kocef 250 Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Kocef 250 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Kocef 250 Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Kocef 250 Injection related warnings talks about Kocef 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Kocef 250 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Kocef 250 Injection in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Kocef 250 Injection contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Kocef 250 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Kocef 250 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Kocef 250 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 |
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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 Kocef 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Kocef is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Kocef 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Kocef for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Kocef 250 Injection on the Kidneys?
Kocef rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Kocef 250 Injection on the Liver?
Side effects of Kocef rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Kocef 250 Injection on the Heart?
You can take Kocef without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kocef 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kocef 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Kocef 250 Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Kocef 250 Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Kocef 250 Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Kocef 250 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Kocef 250 Injection
You can take Kocef 250 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kocef 250 Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Kocef 250 Injection with alcohol.
Avoid taking Kocef with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Do not self-administer Kocef. 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.
Yes, Kocef 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 Kocef 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.
Kocef 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.
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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