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Medocid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Medocid have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Medocid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Medocid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Medocid go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Medocid's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Medocid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Medocid related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Medocid since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Medocid are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Medocid may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Medocid is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Medocid 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 Medocid safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Medocid safely.
Is the use of Medocid safe during breastfeeding?
Medocid has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Medocid on the Kidneys?
Medocid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Medocid on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Medocid on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Medocid on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Medocid for the heart.
Medocid 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 Medocid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Medocid habit forming or addictive?
Medocid does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Medocid, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Medocid can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Medocid is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Medocid is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Medocid
You can take Medocid with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Medocid
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Medocid with alcohol.
Medocid 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.
Medocid 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.
Yes, you can use Medocid to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Yes, Medocid 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.
Occasionally Medocid can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your 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
