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Cefataur is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Capsule. Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Cefataur also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefataur. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Cefataur side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cefataur normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Cefataur's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Cefataur has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefataur related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Cefataur have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Cefataur may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefataur is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cefataur 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Cefataur safe for pregnant women?
Cefataur is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Cefataur safe during breastfeeding?
Cefataur is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefataur on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cefataur on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cefataur on the Liver?
Cefataur is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefataur on the Heart?
Using Cefataur does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cefataur 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 Cefataur unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefataur habit forming or addictive?
Cefataur does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefataur you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Cefataur should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefataur is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefataur
You can take Cefataur with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefataur
Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Cefataur does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.
Yes, Cefataur might be used to treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. However, because of its poor activity against these bacteria Cefataur is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).
Yes Cefataur covers Escherichia coli. Cefataur is effectively used in the treatment of infections that are caused by this bacteria.
No Cefataur does not cause dizziness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
The dosage of Cefataur may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of the infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
Yes, Cefataur is an antibiotic. It contains cefadroxil which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
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)