Monocef Sb 1gm Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection
Medical Description
Monocef-SB 1gm injection contains a combination of ceftriaxone and sulbactam, a higher antibiotic medicine. It is used to treat various types of bacterial infections. This injection acts by inhibitin
g the formation of the cell wall and kills the various susceptible bacterial organisms. Monocef Sb 1g will be given to you by a doctor or nurse at the hospital or clinical setup. You may experience adverse effects like diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, headache, injection site, pain and inflammation. If you feel the side effects persist or your condition worsens, you should contact your doctor immediately. You should tell your doctor about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the diseases or conditions you suffer from or if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy or are breastfeeding before starting this medicine.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹176.80 |
You Save | ₹31.20 (15% on MRP) |
Contains | Ceftriaxone(1.0 G) + Sulbactam(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Bacterial infection |
Side effects | Pain, inflammation and swelling at injection site, diarrhoea |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses of MONOCEF SB 1GM DRY VIAL OF 1 POWDER FOR INJECTION
Contraindications of MONOCEF SB 1GM DRY VIAL OF 1 POWDER FOR INJECTION
- If you are allergic to ceftriaxone, sulbactam or any of the ingredient of Monocef-SB 1gm injection.
- If you are allergic to cephalosporins, penicillins, monobactams and carbapenems.
- If the patient is a premature baby.
- If a newborn has jaundice or is on calcium injection.
- If a newborn is suffering from increased bilirubin (liver enzyme) in the blood.
Side effects of MONOCEF SB 1GM DRY VIAL OF 1 POWDER FOR INJECTION
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fever
- Loose stools
- Flushing
- Rash
- Itching and pain at the injection site
Precautions and Warnings of MONOCEF SB 1GM DRY VIAL OF 1 POWDER FOR INJECTION
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
- The components of Monocef-SB 1gm injection pass into breast milk, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding, your doctor will tell you on the use of this medicine after assessing the need and benefit....
- Monitor your baby for antibiotic-related side effects like diarrhoea or fungal infection of the mouth.
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a history of allergy after taking this antibiotic.
- You have developed diarrhoea after taking this medicine, immediately stop this medicine and inform your doctor.
- You have serious liver and kidney disease.
- You are suffering from gall bladder disease.
- You are suffering from anaemia.
- You are suffering from the disease bowel inflammation (Colitis).
Directions for Use of MONOCEF SB 1GM DRY VIAL OF 1 POWDER FOR INJECTION
Storage and disposal of MONOCEF SB 1GM DRY VIAL OF 1 POWDER FOR INJECTION
- Store Monocef-SB 1gm injection below 25°C.
- Protect it from light.
- Keep it out of the reach of children.
- Any unused portion should not be stored and should be discarded properly.
Dosage of MONOCEF SB 1GM DRY VIAL OF 1 POWDER FOR INJECTION
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of MONOCEF SB 1GM DRY VIAL OF 1 POWDER FOR INJECTION
How Does It Work?
- Monocef-SB 1gm injection acts by killing the bacteria responsible for infections.
- However, bacteria make an enzyme (beta-lactamases) that can destroy Ceftriaxone.
- Sulbactam inactivates this enzyme and hence helps Ceftriaxone to function optimally.
Interactions of MONOCEF SB 1GM DRY VIAL OF 1 POWDER FOR INJECTION
Interactions with other medicines
- Monocef-SB 1gm injection should never be given along with Ringer's or Hartmann's solution.
- If you are taking warfarin, then there is an increased risk of bleeding.
- This injection should never be given through the IV line through which calcium-containing solutions are given.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Q: Can the Monocef-SB 1gm Injection use to treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
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References
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- ADVOJET- S – 1.5 GM. INJ [Internet]. Brosenterprise.com. 2021 [cited 9 May 2022]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 9 May 2022]
- Prescribing medicines in pregnancy database [Internet]. Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). 2021 [cited 9 May 2022]
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