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Cefamed is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefamed have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefamed. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefamed as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cefamed 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.
Cefamed's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Cefamed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefamed related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Cefamed have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Cefamed have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefamed is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cefamed is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Cefamed safe for pregnant women?
Cefamed is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Cefamed safe during breastfeeding?
Cefamed does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefamed on the Kidneys?
Cefamed has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefamed on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Cefamed on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefamed on the Heart?
Using Cefamed does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cefamed should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefamed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefamed habit forming or addictive?
Cefamed is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cefamed as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cefamed is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cefamed is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefamed
Taking Cefamed with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefamed
Drinking alcohol while on Cefamed does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.
Yes, Cefamed might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, Cefamed can be taken with tylenol. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Cefamed contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against a wide variety of 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 a cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Cefamed is effective against bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Beta-hemolytic streptococci, Moraxella catarrhalis, Staphylococci strains, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella species.
Yes, Cefamed might cause a rash which is a sign of an allergy to this drug. This occurs very rarely and this effect goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
No Cefamed does not cause dizziness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Duricef® (cefadroxil monohydrate)