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Actafur Benefits & Uses

Actafur is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Actafur 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

Actafur Related Warnings

Is the use of Actafur safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Actafur in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Actafur safe during breastfeeding?

Actafur does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Actafur on the Kidneys?

Actafur has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Actafur on the Liver?

Using Actafur does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Actafur on the Heart?

Using Actafur does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Actafur with Other Drugs

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

Actafur Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Actafur

Is this Actafur habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Actafur is addictive.

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

After taking Actafur, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Actafur can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Actafur should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Actafur cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Actafur Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Actafur

Taking Actafur with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Actafur

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Actafur.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Actafur

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Actafur?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Actafur is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Actafur help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Actafur can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Actafur affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Actafur might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Actafur cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Actafur does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Actafur. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Actafur on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Actafur on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.