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Nosocef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Nosocef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Nosocef depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Nosocef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nosocef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Nosocef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Nosocef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Nosocef related warnings section.
Nosocef can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Nosocef in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Some other conditions that can be affected by Nosocef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Nosocef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Nosocef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Nosocef 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 Nosocef safe for pregnant women?
Nosocef is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Nosocef safe during breastfeeding?
Nosocef may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Nosocef on the Kidneys?
Nosocef rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nosocef on the Liver?
Side effects of Nosocef rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Nosocef on the Heart?
Nosocef is not harmful for the heart.
Nosocef 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 Nosocef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nosocef habit forming or addictive?
Nosocef is not addictive in nature.
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 Nosocef can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Nosocef is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Nosocef for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nosocef
It is safe to take Nosocef with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nosocef
Information about the interaction of Nosocef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, you can use Nosocef 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 Nosocef 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.
Yes, Nosocef 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.
Discontinuing Nosocef 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.
Nosocef can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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