Cefglobe 100/500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefglobe Information

Cefglobe is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Cefglobe have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Cefglobe depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Cefglobe side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cefglobe 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.

In addition, Cefglobe's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cefglobe's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Cefglobe can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cefglobe in conditions like Neutropenia. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefglobe are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Cefglobe with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Cefglobe, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Cefglobe Benefits & Uses

Cefglobe is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Pneumonia
Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Bacterial Infections
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Throat Infection
Gonorrhea
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

Cefglobe 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 200 mg cefixime and 500 mg dicloxacillin
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 200 mg cefixime and 500 mg dicloxacillin
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 200 mg cefixime and 500 mg dicloxacillin

Cefglobe Side Effects

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

Severe

Diarrhoea
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
पेट दर्द
Swelling
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Steven-johnsons syndrome

Moderate

Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)

Mild

Rash
Headache
पेट की गैस
Dyspepsia
Urticaria
Maculopapular rash
Nausea or vomiting
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Cefglobe Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefglobe safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefglobe safely.
Is the use of Cefglobe safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefglobe.
What is the effect of Cefglobe on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cefglobe. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Cefglobe on the Liver?

Cefglobe is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefglobe on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Cefglobe for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Cefglobe with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Warfarin

Dichlorobenzyl alcohol

Moderate

Mild

Probenecid

Cefglobe Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Cystic Fibrosis
Heart Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Cefglobe

Is this Cefglobe habit forming or addictive?

Cefglobe is not addictive in nature.

Cefglobe Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefglobe

Cefglobe may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefglobe

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

Frequently asked Questions about Cefglobe

Question about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Cefglobe on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Discontinuing Cefglobe in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cefglobe with doxycyclin?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Cefglobe and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Cefglobe over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Cefglobe over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Cefglobe?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cefglobe is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Cefglobe works?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Cefglobe works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.