Marcef T: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Marcef T Benefits & Uses

Marcef T is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Marcef T 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Marcef T Related Warnings

Is the use of Marcef T safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Marcef T in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Marcef T safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Marcef T for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Marcef T on the Kidneys?

Marcef T rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Marcef T on the Liver?

Marcef T may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Marcef T on the Heart?

Using Marcef T does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Marcef T with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Marcef T Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Marcef T

Is this Marcef T habit forming or addictive?

Marcef T is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Marcef T as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Marcef T should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Marcef T is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Marcef T Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Marcef T

Taking Marcef T with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Marcef T

Information about the interaction of Marcef T and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Marcef T

Question about 5 years ago

Does Marcef T cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Marcef T can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Marcef T?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Do not self-administer Marcef T. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Marcef T cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Marcef T can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Marcef T without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Marcef T is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I buy Marcef T over-the-counter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, you can not buy Marcef T over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.