NAMOCEF

Composition – CEFTRIAXONE SODIUM 1GM
Dosage Form – INJECTION
Packaging – 1G

Namocef is an antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria and thus preventing it from forming the protective layer around the bacterial cell wall, which is essential for them to survive.

Product Information

Namocef is an antibiotic which is used in the treatment of serious bacterial infections such as pneumonia, meningitis, Urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, intra abdominal infections.

Uses

Wide range of bacterial infections

Side Effects

Increased white blood cell count, Low blood platelets, diarrhea, rashes, increased liver enzymes

How to Use

Dosage as prescribed by the physician.

How it Works

Ceftriaxone works by inhibiting the mucopeptide synthesis in the bacterial cell wall. The beta-lactam moiety of ceftriaxone binds to carboxypeptidases, endopeptidases, and transpeptidases in the bacterial cytoplasmic membrane. These enzymes are involved in cell-wall synthesis and cell division. Binding of ceftriaxone to these enzymes causes the enzyme to lose activity; therefore, the bacteria produce defective cell walls, causing cell death.

Fact Box

Chemical ClassThird generation cephalosporins
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassAnti-Infective

Interactions with Drugs

  • 1) The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Ceftriaxone is combined with Aceclofenac.
  • 2) The risk or severity of nephrotoxicity can be increased when Ceftriaxone is combined with Acemetacin.
  • 3) The therapeutic efficacy of Abciximab can be decreased when used in combination with Ceftriaxone.

Quick Tips

Do not skip any dose, complete the full treatment course even if you feel better. Take it with food, preferably at the same time everyday.

What if you forgot to take

If any dose of Namocef is missed, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for next dose, skip the missed dose and follow the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQs

Can I take Namocef 1gm Inj during pregnancy?

The medicine can be used in pregnant women and during the first trimester only if necessary.

Can I take Namocef 1gm Inj while breastfeeding?

This medicine passes into human milk in low amounts and has no effects on the breastfed baby.

Can I drive if I have consumed Namocef 1gm Inj?

You may feel dizzy after taking this injection. Be cautious and avoid driving after administration.

Dosage Form

INJECTION