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Cefahead Benefits & Uses

Cefahead is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefahead 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

Cefahead Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefahead safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefahead without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Cefahead safe during breastfeeding?

Cefahead is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefahead on the Kidneys?

Cefahead rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefahead on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Cefahead on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefahead on the Heart?

Cefahead is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefahead with Other Drugs

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

Cefahead Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefahead

Is this Cefahead habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cefahead has not been reported.

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

After taking Cefahead you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Cefahead is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Cefahead is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cefahead Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefahead

You can take Cefahead with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefahead

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefahead with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefahead

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Cefahead a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefahead 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

Can Cefahead cause diarrhoea?

Yes, Cefahead has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Cefahead work?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Cefahead contains cefuroxime which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. 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. Cefahead is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Moraxella catarrhalis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Cefahead on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Cefahead 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Cefahead?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Cefahead 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.