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Recef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. The alternative uses of Recef have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Recef. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Recef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Recef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Recef's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Recef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Recef related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Recef since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Recef contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Recef may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Recef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Recef 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 Recef is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Recef safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Recef in pregnant women.
Is the use of Recef safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Recef as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Recef on the Kidneys?
Recef rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Recef on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Recef on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Recef on the Heart?
Recef is completely safe for the heart.
Recef 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 Recef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Recef habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Recef.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Recef. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Recef should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Recef is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Recef
Taking Recef with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Recef
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Recef and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Recef 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.
Occasionally Recef 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.
No, you can not buy Recef 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.
Occasionally Recef can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
Do not self-administer Recef. 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience