Cefaprime 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefaprim Information

Cefaprim is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefaprim have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Cefaprim is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Some other side effects of Cefaprim have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Cefaprim normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Cefaprim has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Cefaprim's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefaprim related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefaprim are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Cefaprim have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Cefaprim Benefits & Uses

Cefaprim is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefaprim 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

Cefaprim Side Effects

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

Cefaprim Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefaprim safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Cefaprim in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefaprim safe during breastfeeding?

Cefaprim does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefaprim on the Kidneys?

Cefaprim rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefaprim on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Cefaprim on the Heart?

Cefaprim is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefaprim with Other Drugs

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

Cefaprim Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefaprim

Is this Cefaprim habit forming or addictive?

Cefaprim does not cause addiction.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cefaprim. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cefaprim only as per medical advice.

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

Cefaprim is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cefaprim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefaprim

Taking Cefaprim with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefaprim

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefaprim

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefaprim cover anaerobes?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefaprim covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Cefaprim.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Cefaprim?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Cefaprim may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefaprim affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Cefaprim can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefaprim with aspirin?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefaprim can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Cefaprim 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Cefaprim treat UTI?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefaprim 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.