Monocef 1 g Injection

Description

Monocef 1 g Injection contains Ceftriaxone, a third-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It is widely used for the treatment of severe bacterial infections affecting various parts of the body. This injection is given only under the supervision of healthcare professionals, usually in hospitals or clinics.

Uses

• Respiratory tract infections (pneumonia, bronchitis)

• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

• Skin and soft tissue infections

• Bone and joint infections

• Septicemia (blood infections)

• Intra-abdominal infections (peritonitis)

• Meningitis (brain and spinal cord infections)

• Gonorrhea and other sexually transmitted infections

• Post-surgical infections

How It Works

Ceftriaxone works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, which weakens the bacterial cell wall and causes cell death. It is effective against a broad range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms, making it useful in both community-acquired and hospital-acquired infections.

Side Effects

Common:

• Pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site

• Diarrhea

• Rash, itching

• Nausea, vomiting

Serious (rare):

• Severe allergic reactions (swelling, breathing difficulty, shock)

• Blood disorders (low white cells, anemia)

• Severe diarrhea due to Clostridium difficile infection

• Liver enzyme elevation or jaundice

Precautions

• Dose adjustment may be required in patients with liver or kidney impairment

• Use cautiously in patients with a history of penicillin or cephalosporin allergy

• Avoid mixing with calcium-containing IV solutions in neonates due to risk of precipitation

• Should be used in pregnancy and breastfeeding only if prescribed by a doctor

Administration

• Administered intravenously (IV) or intramuscularly (IM) by a healthcare professional

• Dosage depends on age, body weight, infection type, and severity