Decef 1000 Injection

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Composition FOR Decef 1000mg Injection

Ceftriaxone(1000mg)

food interaction for Decef Injection

alcohol interaction for Decef Injection

pregnancy interaction for Decef Injection

lactation interaction for Decef Injection

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
Consuming alcohol with Decef 1000 Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Decef 1000 Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Decef 1000 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.
CAUTION

SALT INFORMATION FOR Decef 1000mg Injection

Ceftriaxone(1000mg)

Decef injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How decef injection works

Decef 1000 Injection is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Common side effects of decef injection

Diarrhea, Abnormal liver function tests, Rash, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Decreased white blood cell count, Low blood platelets

SUBSTITUTES FOR Decef Injection

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Expert advice FOR Decef Injection

  • Your doctor has prescribed Ceftriaxone 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 Ceftriaxone 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR Decef 1000mg Injection

Ceftriaxone

Q. Is Decef 1000 Injection safe?
Decef 1000 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 Decef 1000 Injection take to work?
Usually, Decef 1000 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 Decef 1000 Injection?
Decef 1000 Injection should not be prescribed to people who are allergic to Decef 1000 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 Decef 1000 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.
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Q. What if I do not get better after using Decef 1000 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 Decef 1000 Injection stay in the body?
Usually, Decef 1000 Injection stays in the body for around 2 days after completely stopping the medicine.
Q. Is Decef 1000 Injection effective?
Decef 1000 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 Decef 1000 Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How is Decef 1000 Injection administered?
Decef 1000 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 Decef 1000 Injection.

Content on this page was last updated on 30 May, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)