Monocef 1gm Injection

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:07 AM (IST)

Monocef 1gm Injection is an antibiotic belonging to the cephalosporin group, which is used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain (e.g., meningitis), lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin & soft tissues, bones & joints, blood, and heart.

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General Information

Contains

Ceftriaxone (1gm)

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Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

Monocef 1gm Injection may also be used to prevent infections during surgery. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This medicine will be given to you regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the returning or worsening of infection.

The most common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, rash, changes in liver function tests and blood cell counts (such as high eosinophil count, decreased white blood cells, and low lood platelets). Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or do not go away.

Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

Uses of Monocef Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Benefits of Monocef Injection

Treatment of Bacterial infections
Monocef 1gm Injection is the injection form of a versatile antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is often injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the brain (meningitis), lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones and joints, skin, blood, and heart. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Monocef Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Monocef

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

How to use Monocef Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Monocef Injection works

Monocef 1gm 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.

All substitutes for Monocef 1gm Injection

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Monocef 1gm Injection 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 Monocef 1gm Injection 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Monocef 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Monocef 1gm Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Monocef 1gm Injection, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Breast feeding

CAUTION

Monocef 1gm 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.

Driving

UNSAFE

Monocef 1gm Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Monocef 1gm Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Monocef 1gm Injection is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Monocef 1gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Monocef 1gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Dose adjustment of Monocef 1gm Injection is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

Frequently asked questions

Is Monocef 1gm Injection safe?

Monocef 1gm 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.

How long does Monocef 1gm Injection take to work?

Usually, Monocef 1gm 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.

Who should not take Monocef 1gm Injection?

Monocef 1gm Injection should not be prescribed to people who are allergic to Monocef 1gm 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 Monocef 1gm 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.

What if I do not get better after using Monocef 1gm 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.

For how long does Monocef 1gm Injection stay in the body?

Usually, Monocef 1gm Injection stays in the body for around 2 days after completely stopping the medicine.

Is Monocef 1gm Injection effective?

Monocef 1gm 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 Monocef 1gm Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

How is Monocef 1gm Injection administered?

Monocef 1gm 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 Monocef 1gm Injection.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Broad Spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins)

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 3 generation

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 230-31.
Ceftriaxone. Austria: Sandoz GmbH; 2013. [Accessed 07 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:
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User feedback

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What are you using Monocef Injection for?

Bacterial infections

92%

Typhoid fever

How much was the improvement?

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Poor

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What were the side-effects while using Monocef 1gm Injection?

No Side Effect

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Allergic reaction

25%

Nausea

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How do you take Monocef Injection?

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With food

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Please rate Monocef 1gm Injection on price

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Patient concerns

Loose motions with weakness. Took some medicine and it's better now but the pain and motion haven't stopped completely. Stomach feels heavy and gas is continuously being formed which is leading to motions.Have consulted with a doctor yesterday and he prescribed - Andial, Redotil and Monocef-o-200, Nexpro RD.

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

stop MONOCEF O , rest continue

Monocef o 50 syrup in safe in cough khasi

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

Please consult Dr. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. may ask you for blood test. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.

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