Vericef 1000/500 Injection Information

Vericef 1000/500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Vericef 1000/500 Injection have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vericef 1000/500 Injection. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Vericef 1000/500 Injection include Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Some other side effects of Vericef 1000/500 Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Vericef 1000/500 Injection 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.

It is also important to note that Vericef 1000/500 Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Vericef 1000/500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Vericef 1000/500 Injection related warnings section.

Vericef 1000/500 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Vericef 1000/500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Vericef 1000/500 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Vericef 1000/500 Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Vericef Benefits & Uses
Vericef Dosage & How to Take
Vericef Side Effects
Vericef Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Vericef with Other Drugs
Vericef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Vericef
Vericef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Vericef 1000/500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Vericef 1000/500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Bacterial Infections
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Meningitis
Cellulitis
Peritonitis

Vericef 1000/500 Injection 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (1000mg) + Sulbactam (500mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Generally dose are given in 1:1 ratio
Adult	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
Geriatric	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used

Vericef 1000/500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Vericef 1000/500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Vericef safely.

Safe
Is the use of Vericef 1000/500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Vericef does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Vericef 1000/500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Vericef can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Vericef 1000/500 Injection on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Vericef on the liver, information on safety of Vericef for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Vericef 1000/500 Injection on the Heart?

There is no research available on the side effects of Vericef on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Vericef 1000/500 Injection with Other Drugs

Vericef 1000/500 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Furosemide

Gentamicin

Warfarin

Unknown

Probenecid

Vericef 1000/500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vericef 1000/500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Vericef 1000/500 Injection

Is this Vericef 1000/500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Vericef 1000/500 Injection does not cause addiction.

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

Vericef 1000/500 Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Vericef 1000/500 Injection 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?

There is no benefit of taking Vericef 1000/500 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Vericef 1000/500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vericef 1000/500 Injection

You can take Vericef 1000/500 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vericef 1000/500 Injection

Taking Vericef 1000/500 Injection with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe