Cefasyn Information
Cefasyn, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Cefasyn has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefasyn. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefasyn as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cefasyn go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cefasyn has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cefasyn related warnings talks about Cefasyn's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefasyn contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Cefasyn have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Cefasyn is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Cefasyn Benefits & Uses
Cefasyn is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Cefasyn 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) |
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| Geriatric |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Cefasyn Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefasyn is used -
Cefasyn Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cefasyn safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefasyn without worrying about any side effects.
Safe -
Is the use of Cefasyn safe during breastfeeding?
Cefasyn does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Cefasyn on the Kidneys?
Cefasyn has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cefasyn on the Liver?
Cefasyn is not harmful for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Cefasyn on the Heart?
Cefasyn is not harmful for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Cefasyn with Other Drugs
Cefasyn should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Cefasyn Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefasyn unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Diabetes
- Sexually transmitted diseases
Frequently asked Questions about Cefasyn
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Is this Cefasyn habit forming or addictive?
Cefasyn is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefasyn you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cefasyn only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cefasyn for mental disorders.
No
Cefasyn Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cefasyn
Taking Cefasyn with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefasyn
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefasyn with alcohol.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Cefasyn
Question over 4 years ago
Can I take Cefasyn with paracetamol?
Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Cefasyn can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Cefasyn along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
Question over 4 years ago
Is Cefasyn an antiboitic?
Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Cefasyn is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
Question over 5 years ago
Can Cefasyn cause nausea and vomiting?
Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Cefasyn can cause nausea and vomiting, but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.
Question over 5 years ago
Does Cefasyn cause weight loss?
Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician
No, Cefasyn 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 Cefasyn is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Question over 5 years ago
Does Cefasyn affect hemoglobin?
Yes, Cefasyn 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.
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