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Cefion is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Cefion have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Cefion depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Cefion include Bloating or fullness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence. Usually, these side effects of Cefion 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 Cefion has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cefion related warnings talks about Cefion's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cefion is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions.
Additionally, Cefion may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefion is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Cefion 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Cefion safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Cefion during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Cefion safe during breastfeeding?
Cefion is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefion on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cefion. 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 Cefion on the Liver?
Cefion may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cefion on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Cefion on the heart, information on safety of Cefion for the heart is unavailable.
Cefion 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 Cefion unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefion habit forming or addictive?
Cefion does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cefion as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cefion is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cefion in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Cefion
Taking Cefion with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefion
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Cefion as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Cefion can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Cefion can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.
Avoid taking Cefion with azithromycin, because it can cause a heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then consult your doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Cefion is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Cefion can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)
KD Tripathi. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Eighth Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2019
