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Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
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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.
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Is the use of Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cefimun in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Cefimun does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Cefimun may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Cefimun is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Cefimun without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet 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 500 Mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet
Taking Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefimun 500 Mg Tablet.
Yes, Cefimun has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Cefimun can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.
No, Cefimun does not penicillin. 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.
The dosage of Cefimun may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727
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