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Cefimun is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Cefimun have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Cefimun depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Cefimun is used to treat the following -
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefimun is used -
Is the use of Cefimun safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cefimun in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefimun safe during breastfeeding?
Cefimun does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefimun on the Kidneys?
Cefimun may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefimun on the Liver?
Cefimun is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefimun on the Heart?
You can take Cefimun without any fear of damage to the heart.
Cefimun should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefimun unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefimun habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cefimun has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Cefimun can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cefimun should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cefimun is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefimun
Taking Cefimun with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefimun
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefimun.
Yes, Cefimun 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.
Yes, Cefimun can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.
Discontinuing Cefimun on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
No, Cefimun is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs 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, Cefimun covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Cefimun.
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