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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 12:51 PM IST

About Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's

Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's belongs to the group of cephalosporin antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the brain, lungs, middle ear, abdomen, urinary tract, kidneys, bones, joints, skin, soft tissues, blood, heart, chest, lime disease (caused by tick bites), and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body.

Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's contains 'Ceftriaxone', which works by interfering with the formation of bacterial cell wall, thereby kills the bacteria. Thus, Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's helps in treating bacterial infection.

In some cases, Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's may cause side-effects such as diarrhoea, rashes, changes in results of blood and liver tests, and abnormalities (increase/decrease) in the number of white blood cells and platelets. Although not everybody experiences these side effects, if they occur consult your doctor.

Talk to your doctor before taking Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's if you have/had received calcium-containing products recently, had diarrhoea after taking antibiotics, inflammation of the bowel, kidney stones, or any other illness. Do not take antacids along with Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's; maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side-effects.

Uses of Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called cephalosporins used to treat bacterial infections of the brain, lungs, middle ear, abdomen, urinary tract, kidneys, bones, joints, skin, soft tissues, blood, heart, chest, lime disease (caused by tick bites), and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria. Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Directions for Use

Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's

  • Diarrhoea
  • Rashes
  • Changes in results of blood and liver tests
  • Abnormalities (increase/decrease) in the number of white blood cells and platelets

Drug Warnings

Before starting Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's, please inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's or against any antibiotic. Talk to your doctor if you have/had received calcium-containing products recently, had diarrhoea after taking antibiotics, inflammation of the bowel, kidney stones, or any other illness. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's to prevent unpleasant side effects. Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's may interact with a diuretic (furosemide) and antibiotic (chloramphenicol).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), hyperbilirubinemia (excess bilirubin in the blood), gall bladder disease, pancreatitis, seizures, kidney or liver disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FUROSEMIDE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

Special Advise

  • Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's might affect the result of diagnostic tests like Coombs’ test (a test for some blood problems), galactosaemia (an abnormal build-up of the sugar galactose), and glucose tests. So tell your doctor that you are taking Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's before undergoing these tests.
  • Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's must not be mixed or administered simultaneously with calcium-containing solutions, including total parenteral nutrition.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. Harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and cause illness. They can target any body part and multiply very quickly. Symptoms include fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.

About Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's

Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's belongs to the group of cephalosporin antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the brain, lungs, middle ear, abdomen, urinary tract, kidneys, bones, joints, skin, soft tissues, blood, heart, chest, lime disease (caused by tick bites), and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body.

Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's contains 'Ceftriaxone', which works by interfering with the formation of bacterial cell wall, thereby kills the bacteria. Thus, Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's helps in treating bacterial infection.

In some cases, Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's may cause side-effects such as diarrhoea, rashes, changes in results of blood and liver tests, and abnormalities (increase/decrease) in the number of white blood cells and platelets. Although not everybody experiences these side effects, if they occur consult your doctor.

Talk to your doctor before taking Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's if you have/had received calcium-containing products recently, had diarrhoea after taking antibiotics, inflammation of the bowel, kidney stones, or any other illness. Do not take antacids along with Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's; maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between both. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side-effects.

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Non returnable*
COD available

Online payment accepted

Composition

CEFTRIAXONE-2GM

Manufacturer/Marketer

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

Uses of Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called cephalosporins used to treat bacterial infections of the brain, lungs, middle ear, abdomen, urinary tract, kidneys, bones, joints, skin, soft tissues, blood, heart, chest, lime disease (caused by tick bites), and gonorrhoea (sexually transmitted disease). Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and some anaerobic bacteria. Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's works by preventing the formation of bacterial cell covering, which is necessary for their survival. Thereby, kills the bacteria and helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Side Effects of Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's

  • Diarrhoea
  • Rashes
  • Changes in results of blood and liver tests
  • Abnormalities (increase/decrease) in the number of white blood cells and platelets

Directions for Use

Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Before starting Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's, please inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's or against any antibiotic. Talk to your doctor if you have/had received calcium-containing products recently, had diarrhoea after taking antibiotics, inflammation of the bowel, kidney stones, or any other illness. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's to prevent unpleasant side effects. Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's may cause dizziness, so be cautious while driving. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FUROSEMIDE
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's might affect the result of diagnostic tests like Coombs’ test (a test for some blood problems), galactosaemia (an abnormal build-up of the sugar galactose), and glucose tests. So tell your doctor that you are taking Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's before undergoing these tests.
  • Monocef 2 gm Injection 1's must not be mixed or administered simultaneously with calcium-containing solutions, including total parenteral nutrition.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. Harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and cause illness. They can target any body part and multiply very quickly. Symptoms include fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.

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