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

Cefactin Benefits & Uses

Cefactin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefactin 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

Cefactin Side Effects

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

Cefactin Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefactin safe for pregnant women?

Cefactin is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefactin safe during breastfeeding?

Cefactin does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefactin on the Kidneys?

Cefactin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefactin on the Liver?

Cefactin is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefactin on the Heart?

You can take Cefactin without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefactin with Other Drugs

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

Cefactin Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefactin

Is this Cefactin habit forming or addictive?

Cefactin does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Cefactin can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cefactin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Cefactin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cefactin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefactin

Taking Cefactin with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefactin

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cefactin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefactin

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefactin with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefactin treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefactin can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefactin cause weight loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefactin does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Cefactin is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefactin help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefactin 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 6 years ago

What is Cefactin?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Cefactin 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.