Altacef 500 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Altacef 500 Mg Tablet Information

Altacef 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Altacef 500 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Altacef 500 Mg Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Altacef 500 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Altacef 500 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Altacef 500 Mg Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Altacef 500 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Altacef 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Altacef 500 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Altacef 500 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Altacef 500 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Altacef Benefits & Uses
Altacef Dosage & How to Take
Altacef Side Effects
Altacef Related Warnings
Altacef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Altacef
Altacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Altacef 500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Altacef 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Altacef 500 Mg Tablet 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

Altacef 500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Altacef 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Altacef is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Altacef 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Altacef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Altacef 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Altacef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Altacef 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Altacef 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Altacef is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Altacef 500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Altacef 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Altacef 500 Mg Tablet

Is this Altacef 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Altacef 500 Mg Tablet.

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

After taking Altacef 500 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Altacef 500 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

Altacef 500 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Altacef 500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Altacef 500 Mg Tablet

You can take Altacef 500 Mg Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Altacef 500 Mg Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Altacef 500 Mg Tablet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Altacef 500 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Altacef contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Altacef does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Altacef?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Take Altacef as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Altacef a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Altacef is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Altacef cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

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

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Altacef with aspirin?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Altacef can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Altacef along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.