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Stef, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Pneumonia. Other than this, Stef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Stef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Stef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Stef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Stef's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Stef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Stef is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Stef contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Stef with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Stef is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Stef 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Stef safe for pregnant women?
Stef is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Stef safe during breastfeeding?
Stef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Stef on the Kidneys?
Stef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Stef on the Liver?
Stef does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Stef on the Heart?
Stef is completely safe for the heart.
Stef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Stef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Stef habit forming or addictive?
Stef does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Stef you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Stef only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Stef in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Stef
Taking Stef with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Stef
Information about the interaction of Stef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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; FORTAZ® (ceftazidime)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-312