Spectacef Forte Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Spectacef Benefits & Uses

Spectacef 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

Spectacef 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

Spectacef Side Effects

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

Spectacef Related Warnings

Is the use of Spectacef safe for pregnant women?

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

Safe
Is the use of Spectacef safe during breastfeeding?

Spectacef has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Spectacef on the Kidneys?

Spectacef rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Spectacef on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Spectacef on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Spectacef on the Heart?

Spectacef is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Spectacef with Other Drugs

Spectacef 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

Spectacef Contraindications

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

Is this Spectacef habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Spectacef.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Spectacef. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Spectacef only as per medical advice.

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

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

No

Spectacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Spectacef

It is safe to take Spectacef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Spectacef

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Spectacef and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Spectacef

Question over 5 years ago

Does Spectacef cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Spectacef 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 almost 6 years ago

Can Spectacef cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Spectacef 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Spectacef cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Spectacef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Spectacef cause neurotoxicity?

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

Rarely Spectacef 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

Can I take Spectacef with azithromycin?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Avoid taking Spectacef 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.