Efoceft 1000 Mg Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Efoceft Benefits & Uses

Efoceft is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Efoceft 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Efoceft Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Efoceft is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Sore throat
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Erythema

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Headache
Urticaria
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Chills
पेट की गैस
Flushing

Efoceft Related Warnings

Is the use of Efoceft safe for pregnant women?

Efoceft is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Efoceft safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Efoceft for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Efoceft on the Kidneys?

Efoceft rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Efoceft on the Liver?

Efoceft has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Efoceft on the Heart?

Efoceft is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Efoceft with Other Drugs

Efoceft should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Efoceft Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Efoceft

Is this Efoceft habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Efoceft has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Efoceft as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Efoceft only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Efoceft in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Efoceft Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Efoceft

You can take Efoceft with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Efoceft

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Efoceft with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Efoceft

Question over 5 years ago

Does Efoceft help in preventing cold?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Efoceft 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Efoceft used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes Efoceft is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Efoceft safe to use?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Efoceft is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Efoceft with doxycycline?

Dr. , General Physician

Efoceft 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Efoceft cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Efoceft can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.