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Pilcef, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Pilcef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Pilcef is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pilcef can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Pilcef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Pilcef's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Pilcef related warnings talks about Pilcef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Pilcef since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Pilcef contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Pilcef with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Pilcef is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Pilcef 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pilcef is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Pilcef safe for pregnant women?
Pilcef is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Pilcef safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Pilcef as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Pilcef on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Pilcef on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Pilcef on the Liver?
Pilcef is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Pilcef on the Heart?
Using Pilcef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Pilcef 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 Pilcef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pilcef habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Pilcef.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pilcef as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Pilcef only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Pilcef in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Pilcef
Taking Pilcef with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pilcef
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Pilcef and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Pilcef is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes Pilcef 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.
Pilcef can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
No, you can not buy Pilcef over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, you can use Pilcef 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.
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