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

Eracef Benefits & Uses

Eracef 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

Eracef 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

Eracef Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Eracef 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

Eracef Related Warnings

Is the use of Eracef safe for pregnant women?

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

Safe
Is the use of Eracef safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Eracef on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Eracef on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Eracef on the Liver?

Eracef may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Eracef on the Heart?

Eracef is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Eracef with Other Drugs

Eracef 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

Eracef Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eracef 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 Eracef

Is this Eracef habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Eracef 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 Eracef as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Eracef is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Eracef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Eracef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Eracef

You can take Eracef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Eracef

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Eracef with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Eracef

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Eracef?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Do not self-administer Eracef. 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Eracef to treat pneumonia?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can use Eracef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Eracef cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Eracef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Eracef cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Rarely Eracef can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Eracef safe to use?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Eracef 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.