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Stacef 250 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Stacef 250 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Stacef 250 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Stacef 250 Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Stacef 250 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Stacef 250 Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Stacef 250 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Stacef 250 Injection related warnings section.
Stacef 250 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Stacef 250 Injection in conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy. Other contraindications of Stacef 250 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Stacef 250 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Stacef 250 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Stacef 250 Injection 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 Stacef 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Stacef safely.
Is the use of Stacef 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Stacef as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Stacef 250 Injection on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Stacef on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Stacef 250 Injection on the Liver?
Stacef is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Stacef 250 Injection on the Heart?
Stacef is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Stacef 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Stacef 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Stacef 250 Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Stacef 250 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Stacef 250 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Stacef 250 Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Stacef 250 Injection
Taking Stacef 250 Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Stacef 250 Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Stacef 250 Injection with alcohol.
Rarely Stacef can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.
Discontinuing Stacef 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.
Stacef works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Yes, Stacef 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.
Stacef 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.
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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
