Cefoat S: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefoat S Benefits & Uses

Cefoat S is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefoat S Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)
Adult	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)
Geriatric	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)

Cefoat S Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefoat S safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefoat S safely.

Safe
Is the use of Cefoat S safe during breastfeeding?

Cefoat S may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefoat S on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Cefoat S for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cefoat S on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Cefoat S. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefoat S on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Cefoat S on heart. So it is not known whether taking Cefoat S will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Cefoat S with Other Drugs

Cefoat S should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Amikacin

Cyclosporine

Cefoat S Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefoat S unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Cefoat S

Is this Cefoat S habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cefoat S is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cefoat S as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cefoat S only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Cefoat S in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cefoat S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefoat S

You can take Cefoat S with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefoat S

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefoat S with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefoat S

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Cefoat S on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Discontinuing Cefoat S in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Cefoat S cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Cefoat S can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cefoat S for cough?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Cefoat S can be taken for cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Cefoat S?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cefoat S is a brand name for ceftriaxone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Cefoat S?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Do not self-administer Cefoat S. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the 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.