Monocef 500 Injection

Brand Name: Monocef 500 Injection
Composition: Ceftriaxone 500 mg
Dosage Form: Injection (IV/IM as prescribed)
Manufacturer: Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Category: Antibiotic

Description

Monocef 500 Injection contains Ceftriaxone, a broad-spectrum cephalosporin antibiotic. It is used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections including those of the lungs, urinary tract, skin, bones, joints, abdomen, and blood (septicemia). It works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, thereby killing the bacteria.

Uses of Monocef 500 Injection

• Respiratory tract infections (pneumonia, bronchitis)

• Urinary tract infections (UTI)

• Skin and soft tissue infections

• Bone and joint infections

• Intra-abdominal infections (peritonitis)

• Septicemia (blood infection)

• Meningitis (brain infection)

• Typhoid fever

• Post-surgical infections

Dosage & Administration

• Adults: As prescribed, usually 500 mg – 2 g once or twice daily depending on severity

• Route: Intravenous (IV) infusion/slow injection or deep intramuscular (IM) injection
  👉 Must be administered by a healthcare professional only

Side Effects

• Pain, redness at injection site

• Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting

• Rash, itching, fever

• Dizziness, headache

• Rare: allergic reaction, low blood cell count, liver/kidney disturbances

Precautions

• Avoid if allergic to Cephalosporins, Penicillins, or related antibiotics

• Use cautiously in patients with kidney or liver disease

• Safe in pregnancy/lactation only if prescribed

• Complete the full course of therapy; do not stop early

Drug Interactions

• May interact with anticoagulants (blood thinners)

• Should not be mixed with calcium-containing IV solutions (risk of precipitation)

• May alter effects of other antibiotics when used together

Storage

• Store below 25°C

• Protect from light and moisture

• Reconstituted solution should be used immediately or as directed

• Keep out of reach of children