Orsocef 500 Injection

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Composition FOR Orsocef 500mg Injection

Ceftriaxone(500mg)

food interaction for Orsocef Injection

alcohol interaction for Orsocef Injection

pregnancy interaction for Orsocef Injection

lactation interaction for Orsocef Injection

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
Consuming alcohol with Orsocef 500 Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Orsocef 500 Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Orsocef 500 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 Orsocef 500mg Injection

Ceftriaxone(500mg)

Orsocef injection uses

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

How orsocef injection works

Orsocef 500 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 orsocef injection

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

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Expert advice FOR Orsocef 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 Orsocef 500mg Injection

Ceftriaxone

Q. Is Orsocef 500 Injection safe?
Orsocef 500 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 Orsocef 500 Injection take to work?
Usually, Orsocef 500 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 Orsocef 500 Injection?
Orsocef 500 Injection should not be prescribed to people who are allergic to Orsocef 500 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 Orsocef 500 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 Orsocef 500 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 Orsocef 500 Injection stay in the body?
Usually, Orsocef 500 Injection stays in the body for around 2 days after completely stopping the medicine.
Q. Is Orsocef 500 Injection effective?
Orsocef 500 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 Orsocef 500 Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How is Orsocef 500 Injection administered?
Orsocef 500 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 Orsocef 500 Injection.

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