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Cefizan Lb is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Cefizan Lb have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Cefizan Lb 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.
Cefizan Lb also has some side effects, the most common being Bloating or fullness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence. Normally, these side effects of Cefizan Lb are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Cefizan Lb's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Cefizan Lb has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefizan Lb related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Allergy must refrain from the use of Cefizan Lb since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Cefizan Lb with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefizan Lb, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cefizan Lb 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Cefizan Lb safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Cefizan Lb on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Cefizan Lb safe during breastfeeding?
Cefizan Lb does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Cefizan Lb on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cefizan Lb. 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 Cefizan Lb on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Cefizan Lb. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Cefizan Lb only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Cefizan Lb on the Heart?
Information about safety of Cefizan Lb for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Cefizan Lb 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 Cefizan Lb unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefizan Lb habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cefizan Lb is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cefizan Lb does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefizan Lb only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cefizan Lb for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefizan Lb
It is safe to take Cefizan Lb with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefizan Lb
Consuming Cefizan Lb with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Cefizan Lb 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.
Yes Cefizan Lb is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
Cefizan Lb 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.
Discontinuing Cefizan Lb 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.
Yes, Cefizan Lb is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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