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Ceftril is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Ceftril have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ceftril depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ceftril have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ceftril are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ceftril is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Ceftril's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ceftril related warnings section.
Ceftril is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. The section on Ceftril contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Ceftril may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Ceftril, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ceftril 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ceftril is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Ceftril safe for pregnant women?
Ceftril is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Ceftril safe during breastfeeding?
Ceftril may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceftril on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ceftril on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ceftril on the Liver?
Ceftril is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ceftril on the Heart?
Ceftril is not harmful for the heart.
Ceftril 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 Ceftril unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceftril habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ceftril.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ceftril, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ceftril can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ceftril is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ceftril in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ceftril
Taking Ceftril with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftril
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ceftril with alcohol will be.
Avoid taking Ceftril with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Ceftril and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Do not self-administer Ceftril. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Ceftril 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.
Yes, you can use Ceftril to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
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