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Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet are Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Cefastar is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Cefastar does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Cefastar rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Cefastar is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Using Cefastar does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet
Taking Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefastar 250 Mg Tablet with alcohol.
No, Cefastar does not contain penicillin or sulfa. It contains cefalexin which belongs to the class of drug 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.
Yes Cefastar can be taken with diphenhydramine. Diphenhydramine does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Cefastar. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Cefastar 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.
No, Cefastar does not treat scabies which is a contagious skin infestation caused by the mite (Sarcoptes scabiei). It is not recommended for the treatment of scabies because Cefastar is not a scabicidal agent.
Cefastar is a brand name of cefalexin and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, and skin infections.
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