Cefatum Information
Cefatum is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Pneumonia. Other than this, Cefatum has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Cefatum is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefatum as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cefatum normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Cefatum's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cefatum has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefatum related warnings section.
Cefatum can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cefatum in conditions like Kidney Disease. Other contraindications of Cefatum have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Cefatum with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Cefatum is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Cefatum Benefits & Uses
Cefatum is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Bacterial Infections
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Meningitis
- Blood Infection
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Peritonitis
- Ear Infection
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Septic Arthritis
- Osteomyelitis
- Endocarditis
- Cervicitis
- Vaginitis
- Endometritis
Cefatum 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Cefatum Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefatum is used -
Severe
Moderate
- Vaginal inflammation
- Inflammation of a vein
- Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Injection Site Allergic Reaction
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Maculopapular rash
- पेट दर्द
- Itching or burning
Cefatum Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cefatum safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cefatum in pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Cefatum safe during breastfeeding?
Cefatum is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Cefatum on the Kidneys?
Cefatum has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cefatum on the Liver?
Cefatum is completely safe for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Cefatum on the Heart?
Cefatum is not harmful for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Cefatum with Other Drugs
Cefatum should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Cefatum Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefatum unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Cefatum
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Is this Cefatum habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cefatum has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefatum you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cefatum only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefatum cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Cefatum Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cefatum
Taking Cefatum with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefatum
Information about the interaction of Cefatum and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
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