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Cefkem Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Cefkem Injection have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Cefkem Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Cefkem Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefkem Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Cefkem Injection has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cefkem Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefkem Injection contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Cefkem Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefkem Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cefkem Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Cefkem Injection safe for pregnant women?
Cefkem is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefkem Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefkem.
What is the effect of Cefkem Injection on the Kidneys?
Cefkem has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefkem Injection on the Liver?
Using Cefkem does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefkem Injection on the Heart?
Cefkem is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefkem Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefkem Injection habit forming or addictive?
Cefkem Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cefkem Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Cefkem Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefkem Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cefkem Injection
Taking Cefkem Injection with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefkem Injection
Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Cefkem Injection does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.
Yes, Cefkem can be taken if you are allergic to penicillin but caution must be taken because scientific evidence suggests that cross-sensitivity can occur up to 10% of patients with a history of penicillin allergy.
Take Cefkem as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
No, Cefkem does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Cefkem is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Cefkem might cause a rash which is a sign of an allergy to this drug. This occurs very rarely and this effect goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
Yes, Cefkem might be used to treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. However, because of its poor activity against these bacteria Cefkem is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).
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