Supacef 250 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Supacef 250 Injection Information

Supacef 250 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Supacef 250 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Supacef 250 Injection. 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.

Some other side effects of Supacef 250 Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Supacef 250 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Supacef 250 Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Supacef 250 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Supacef 250 Injection related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Supacef 250 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Supacef 250 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Supacef 250 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Supacef Benefits & Uses
Supacef Dosage & How to Take
Supacef Side Effects
Supacef Related Warnings
Supacef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Supacef
Supacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Supacef 250 Injection Benefits & Uses

Supacef 250 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Supacef 250 Injection 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: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Supacef 250 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Supacef 250 Injection is used -

Supacef 250 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Supacef 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?

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

Safe
Is the use of Supacef 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Supacef is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Supacef 250 Injection on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Supacef on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Supacef 250 Injection on the Liver?

Using Supacef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Supacef 250 Injection on the Heart?

You can take Supacef without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Supacef 250 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Supacef 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Supacef 250 Injection

Is this Supacef 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Supacef 250 Injection.

No
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 Supacef 250 Injection can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Supacef 250 Injection only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Supacef 250 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Supacef 250 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Supacef 250 Injection

Taking Supacef 250 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Supacef 250 Injection

Information about the interaction of Supacef 250 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Supacef 250 Injection

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Supacef contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Supacef does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Supacef treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Supacef can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Supacef with ibuprofen?

Yes, Supacef can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Supacef?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Supacef may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Supacef cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Supacef does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Supacef. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.