Manufacturer: Vhb Life Sciences Inc
Salt Composition : Ceftriaxone(500mg)
Vial of 1 Injection
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Cefdon 500mg Injection may also be used to prevent infections during surgery. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This medicine will be given to you regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the returning or worsening of infection.
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Cefdon 500mg Injection is the injection form of a versatile antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria in your body.
Cefdon 500mg Injection is an antibiotic belonging to the cephalosporin group, which is used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain (e.g., meningitis), lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cefdon
Diarrhea
Abnormal liver function tests
Rash
Contraindications
Risk of fatal calcium-ceftriaxone precipitant formation in lungs and kidneys of term and preterm neonates.
<28 days: Do not give any calcium-containing IV drugs or products within 48 hours of ceftriaxone (within 5 days if neonate is <10 days, per Health Canada)
Cefdon 500mg Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Consuming alcohol with Cefdon 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Use with caution
Cefdon 500mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Use with caution
Cefdon 500mg Injection is an antibiotic belonging to the cephalosporin group, which is used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain (e.g., meningitis), lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart
Severe interactions of ceftriaxone include: calcium acetate. calcium carbonate. calcium chloride.
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Serious interactions of ceftriaxone include:
argatroban.
BCG vaccine live.
bivalirudin.
cholera vaccine.
dalteparin.
enoxaparin.
fondaparinux.
heparin.
Adult: 1 tablet / day
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Cefdon 500mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Cefdon 500mg Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
Discontinue Cefdon 500mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. Is Cefdon 500mg Injection safe?
Cefdon 500mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. How long does Cefdon 500mg Injection take to work?
Usually, Cefdon 500mg Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
Q. Who should not take Cefdon 500mg Injection?
Cefdon 500mg Injection should not be prescribed to people who are allergic to Cefdon 500mg Injection or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you have or ever had any problems with your liver, kidneys, gall bladder, or any other blood-related disorders such as hemolytic anemia. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you are planning a baby, do not take Cefdon 500mg Injection without consulting your doctor to avoid any harmful effects on the baby. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Cefdon 500mg Injection?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.
Q. For how long does Cefdon 500mg Injection stay in the body?
Usually, Cefdon 500mg Injection stays in the body for around 2 days after completely stopping the medicine.
Q. Is Cefdon 500mg Injection effective?
Cefdon 500mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Cefdon 500mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How is Cefdon 500mg Injection administered?
Cefdon 500mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Cefdon 500mg Injection.
