Edicef Sb: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Edicef Sb Information

Edicef Sb is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Meningitis, Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. Edicef Sb 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 Edicef Sb. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Edicef Sb have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Edicef Sb normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Edicef Sb's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Edicef Sb's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Edicef Sb can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Edicef Sb in conditions like Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease, Jaundice. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Edicef Sb contraindications section.

Besides this, Edicef Sb may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Edicef Sb is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Edicef Sb Benefits & Uses
Edicef Sb Dosage & How to Take
Edicef Sb Side Effects
Edicef Sb Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Edicef Sb with Other Drugs
Edicef Sb Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Edicef Sb
Edicef Sb Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Edicef Sb Benefits & Uses

Edicef Sb is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Meningitis

Other Benefits

Bacterial Infections
Skin Infections
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Bronchitis
Blood Infection
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Cellulitis
Diabetic Foot Ulcer
Peritonitis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease

Edicef Sb 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

Edicef Sb Related Warnings

Is the use of Edicef Sb safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Edicef SB in pregnant women.
Is the use of Edicef Sb safe during breastfeeding?

Edicef SB is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Edicef Sb on the Kidneys?

Edicef SB may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Edicef Sb on the Liver?

Using Edicef SB does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Edicef Sb on the Heart?

Edicef SB is not harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Edicef Sb with Other Drugs

Edicef Sb should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Omeprazole

Moderate

Probenecid

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Amikacin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Chloramphenicol

Gentamicin

Kanamycin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Atenolol

Mild

Allopurinol

Probenecid

Edicef Sb Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Edicef Sb unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Sexually transmitted diseases
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Mononucleosis
Ulcerative Colitis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Edicef Sb

Is this Edicef Sb habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Edicef Sb has not been reported.

Edicef Sb Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Edicef Sb

Some foods when eaten with Edicef Sb can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Edicef Sb

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Edicef Sb.

Frequently asked Questions about Edicef Sb

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Edicef SB on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Edicef SB on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Edicef SB?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Edicef SB is a brand name of cefotaxime and it comes in different forms such as tablet and injections. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of septicemia, urinary tract infections, and gonorrhoea.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Edicef SB contain penicillin?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Edicef SB 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 about 5 years ago

Does Edicef SB cover enterococcus?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Edicef SB covers enterococcus. It is effective against enterococcus responsible for causing urinary tract infections, skin infections, gynecological infections.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Edicef SB?

Take Edicef SB as long as your doctor has prescribed you to take it depending upon the severity of the infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.