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

Atom 500 Tablet Information

Atom 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Atom 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Atom 500 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Atom 500 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Atom 500 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Atom 500 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Atom 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Atom 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Atom 500 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Atom 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Atom 500 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Atom 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Atom 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Atom 500 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
Adult(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Atom 500 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Atom 500 Tablet is used -

Atom 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Atom 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Atom is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Atom 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Atom does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Atom 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Atom rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Atom 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Atom is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Atom 500 Tablet on the Heart?

Atom is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Atom 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Atom 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Atom 500 Tablet Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Atom 500 Tablet

Is this Atom 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Atom 500 Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Atom 500 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Atom 500 Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Atom 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Atom 500 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Atom 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Atom 500 Tablet

You can take Atom 500 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Atom 500 Tablet

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Atom 500 Tablet

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Atom treat gonorrhea?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Atom can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae which provides relief to the patient from fever, painful urination and abnormal discharge from reproductive organs (penis or vagina).

Question about 5 years ago

Can Atom treat UTI?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Atom can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Atom with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Atom can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Atom along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Atom?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Atom 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 almost 5 years ago

Can Atom treat pneumonia?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Atom can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.