Vilceft 1000mg Injection

Composition Ceftriaxone (1000mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack vial of 1 Injection
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Broad Spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins)
Action Class Third-Generation Cephalosporins
Habbit Forming
Manufacturer Anvil Biotech
Manufacturer address S.c.f. No. 18, Second Floor, Motor Market, Chandigarh-160101, India

Vilceft 1000mg Injection is a medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the brain (e.g., meningitis), lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, urinary tract, skin and soft tissues, bones and joints, blood, and heart.

Vilceft 1000mg Injection may also be used to prevent infections during surgery. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you. This medicine will be given to you regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the return or worsening of the infection.

The most common side effects of Vilceft 1000mg Injection include diarrhea, rash, changes in liver function tests, and blood cell counts (such as high eosinophil count, decreased white blood cells, and low blood platelets). Some people may develop temporary redness or pain at the site of injection. These side effects are usually mild, but let your doctor know if they bother you or do not go away.

Before taking Vilceft 1000mg Injection, you should let your doctor know if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know about all other medicines you are taking, as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.

Treatment of Bacterial infections

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Vilceft 1000mg Injection is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall), which is needed for them to survive.

Q: What if you forget to take Vilceft Injection?
A: If you miss a dose of Vilceft 1000mg Injection, please consult your doctor.

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.

Discontinue Vilceft 1000mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of your face and mouth, or difficulty breathing.

Diarrhea may occur as a side effect, but it should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Q. Is Vilceft 1000mg Injection safe?

Vilceft 1000mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Q. How long does Vilceft 1000mg Injection take to work?

Usually, Vilceft 1000mg Injection starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

Q. Who should not take Vilceft 1000mg Injection?

Vilceft 1000mg Injection should not be prescribed to people allergic to Vilceft 1000mg Injection or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had any problems with your liver, kidneys, gallbladder, or any other blood-related disorders such as hemolytic anemia.

Q. What if I do not get better after using Vilceft 1000mg Injection?

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms worsen while using this medicine.

Q. Is Vilceft 1000mg Injection effective?

Vilceft 1000mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Vilceft 1000mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. How is Vilceft 1000mg Injection administered?

Vilceft 1000mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Vilceft 1000mg Injection.

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Vilceft 1000mg Injection treats severe bacterial infections such as pneumonia, meningitis, urinary tract infections, and bloodstream infections. It eliminates harmful bacteria, provides rapid symptom relief, and prevents complications. Given its once-daily dosing and strong effectiveness, it ensures better treatment adherence and faster recovery. By controlling infections efficiently, Vilceft 1000mg Injection supports overall health and well-being, allowing individuals to regain strength and resume daily activities sooner.

Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils)

Decreased white blood cell count

Low blood platelets

Diarrhea

Abnormal liver function tests

Rash

Alcohol:SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Vilceft 1000mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Vilceft 1000mg Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding:CAUTION

Vilceft 1000mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving:UNSAFE

Vilceft 1000mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Vilceft 1000mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Vilceft 1000mg Injection is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver:CAUTION

Vilceft 1000mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vilceft 1000mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Dose adjustment of Vilceft 1000mg Injection is not recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

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