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Ucef is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Ucef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Ucef 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.
Some other side effects of Ucef have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ucef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Ucef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Ucef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ucef is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Ucef have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Ucef have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Ucef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ucef 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 Ucef safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Ucef in pregnant women.
Is the use of Ucef safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ucef on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Ucef on the Kidneys?
Ucef rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ucef on the Liver?
Ucef may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ucef on the Heart?
You can take Ucef without any fear of damage to the heart.
Ucef 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 Ucef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ucef habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ucef is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ucef you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Ucef is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ucef is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ucef
Taking Ucef with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ucef
Information about the interaction of Ucef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Occasionally Ucef can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Yes, Ucef can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Yes, Ucef can be taken for cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.
No, you can not buy Ucef 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.
Ucef does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.
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