Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1)

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  • Contains / Salt: Cefuroxime (1500 mg)

Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1)

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Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) Information

Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1). The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) 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 Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) Benefits & Uses

Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) 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: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) safe for pregnant women?


    Novacef is safe for pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) safe during breastfeeding?


    Novacef is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Novacef on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) on the Liver?


    Using Novacef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Novacef for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) with Other Drugs

Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -



Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1)

  • Is this Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) habit forming or addictive?


    Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) is not addictive in nature.

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


    After taking Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1), you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1)


    Taking Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1)


    Information about the interaction of Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1) and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Novacef 1500 Mg Injection (1)

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Novacef affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Novacef might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Novacef cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Novacef does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Novacef. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Novacef?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Novacef may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Novacef contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Novacef does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Novacef cover anaerobes?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Novacef covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Novacef.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312



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