Monocef SB 1000 mg/500 mg Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Monocef Sb Benefits & Uses

Monocef Sb is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Monocef Sb Dosage & How to Take

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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)
Adult	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)
Geriatric	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)

Monocef Sb Related Warnings

Is the use of Monocef Sb safe for pregnant women?

Monocef SB is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Monocef Sb safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Monocef SB for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Monocef Sb on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Monocef SB on kidney, information on safety of Monocef SB for kidney is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Monocef Sb on the Liver?

Monocef SB may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Monocef Sb on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Monocef SB on heart. So it is not known whether taking Monocef SB will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Monocef Sb with Other Drugs

Monocef Sb should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Amikacin

Cyclosporine

Monocef Sb Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Monocef Sb unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Monocef Sb

Is this Monocef Sb habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Monocef Sb is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Monocef Sb. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Monocef Sb only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Monocef Sb is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Monocef Sb Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Monocef Sb

You can take Monocef Sb with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Monocef Sb

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Monocef Sb.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Monocef Sb

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Monocef SB?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Do not self-administer Monocef SB. 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Monocef SB safe to use?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Monocef SB 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Monocef SB cause diarrhea?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Monocef SB 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Monocef SB on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Discontinuing Monocef SB in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Monocef SB cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Monocef SB can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.