Cefstar Information

Cefstar, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. The alternative uses of Cefstar have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefstar. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Cefstar also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Some other side effects of Cefstar have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cefstar go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Cefstar's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cefstar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Cefstar is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Cefstar contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Cefstar have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefstar is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Cefstar Benefits & Uses
Cefstar Dosage & How to Take
Cefstar Side Effects
Cefstar Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cefstar with Other Drugs
Cefstar Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cefstar
Cefstar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefstar Benefits & Uses

Cefstar is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Bacterial Infections
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Meningitis
Cellulitis
Peritonitis

Cefstar Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (1000mg) + Sulbactam (500mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Generally dose are given in 1:1 ratio
Adult	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
Geriatric	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used

Cefstar Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefstar is used -

Common

Diarrhoea
Stomach Upset

Cefstar Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefstar safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefstar safely.

Safe
Is the use of Cefstar safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefstar.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefstar on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cefstar. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefstar on the Liver?

Information about safety of Cefstar for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cefstar on the Heart?

There is no research available on the side effects of Cefstar on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Cefstar with Other Drugs

Cefstar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Furosemide

Gentamicin

Warfarin

Unknown

Probenecid

Cefstar Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefstar unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cefstar

Is this Cefstar habit forming or addictive?

Cefstar does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Cefstar will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cefstar only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Cefstar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cefstar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefstar

It is safe to take Cefstar with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefstar

Consumption of alcohol and Cefstar together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe