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  "id": 15416953,
  "title": "Monocef injection explained: Uses, side effects and when it may be necessary",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/monocef-injection-explained-uses-side-effects-and-when-it-may-be",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-18T13:30:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express - Lifestyle",
    "slug": "the-indian-express-lifestyle",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/health/monocef-injection-explained-uses-side-effects-and-when-it-may-be-necessary-10838983/"
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  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "Monocef injection is an intravenous or intramuscular antibiotic containing ceftriaxone, a third-generation cephalosporin used to treat serious bacterial infections such as pneumonia, meningitis, bloodstream infections, urinary tract infections, and certain abdominal or skin infections. It may be prescribed when oral medications are unsuitable or when a rapid and reliable antibiotic level is needed. The injection should only be taken under medical advice as it is not automatically a stronger or better option than tablets. The injection is administered by a healthcare professional, and the dose and duration depend on factors like the type and severity of infection, age, weight, and overall health. Side effects may include pain at the injection site, diarrhoea, nausea, and skin rash, among others.",
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        "outlet": "The Indian Express",
        "title": "Monocef injection explained: Uses, side effects and when it may be necessary",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/monocef-injection-explained-uses-side-effects-and-when-it-may-be-15421168",
        "published": "2026-10-18T13:30:26.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}