Supacef 250 Injection

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Supacef 250 Injection

1 Injection in 1 Packet
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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 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 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 -



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 over 4 years ago

Can I take Supacef with aspirin?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Supacef can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Supacef along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Supacef with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Supacef can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Supacef along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses. 

Question over 4 years ago

Can Supacef treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Supacef can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Supacef affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Supacef can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Supacef cause weight loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Supacef does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Supacef is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly. 



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312



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