Monocef-SB 1.5gm Injection

Monocef-SB 1.5 gm Injection

Brand Name: Monocef-SB 1.5 gm Injection
Composition: Ceftriaxone 1 gm + Sulbactam 0.5 gm
Dosage Form: Injection (IV/IM)
Manufacturer: Aristo Pharma
Category: Antibiotic (Cephalosporin + Beta-lactamase inhibitor)

Description: Monocef-SB 1.5 gm Injection is a combination of Ceftriaxone (3rd generation cephalosporin) and Sulbactam (beta-lactamase inhibitor). It kills harmful bacteria and prevents resistance, making treatment more effective.

Uses: Pneumonia, urinary tract infection (UTI), skin & soft tissue infections, bone & joint infections, abdominal infections, meningitis, septicemia, gynecological infections, post-operative infections.

Dosage & Administration: Adults usually 1.5 gm once or twice daily, severe cases up to 3–4 gm/day. Children 50–75 mg/kg/day (as prescribed). Route: IV or IM injection. Dose strictly as per doctor’s advice.

Side Effects: Pain/swelling at injection site, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, rash, allergy, mild changes in liver enzymes (rare).

Precautions: Avoid in patients allergic to cephalosporins/penicillins. Use with caution in kidney or liver disease. Safe only if prescribed during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Drug Interactions:

• May interact with calcium-containing IV solutions (risk of precipitation).

• Can increase effect of anticoagulants (warfarin, heparin) → higher bleeding risk.

• May interact with aminoglycosides → increased kidney toxicity risk.

• May reduce effectiveness of oral contraceptives.

• Inform your doctor about all ongoing medicines before use

Storage: Store below 25°C, away from moisture & light. Use reconstituted solution immediately or as directed. Keep out of reach of children.