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Onecef Benefits & Uses

Onecef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Onecef 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
Adult	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Onecef Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Onecef is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Sore throat
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Erythema

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Headache
Urticaria
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Chills
पेट की गैस
Flushing

Onecef Related Warnings

Is the use of Onecef safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Onecef without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Onecef safe during breastfeeding?

Onecef has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Onecef on the Kidneys?

Onecef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Onecef on the Liver?

Onecef may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Onecef on the Heart?

Using Onecef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Onecef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Onecef Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Onecef

Is this Onecef habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Onecef has not been reported.

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

After taking Onecef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Onecef can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Onecef should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Onecef is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Onecef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Onecef

Taking Onecef with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Onecef

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Onecef and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Onecef

Question about 6 years ago

What is Onecef?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Onecef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Onecef cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Onecef 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Onecef cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Onecef 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Onecef cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Onecef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Onecef to treat pneumonia?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can use Onecef 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.