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Cefotil is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Cefotil have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Cefotil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Cefotil 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.
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Is the use of Cefotil safe for pregnant women?
Cefotil is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefotil safe during breastfeeding?
Cefotil does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Cefotil on the Kidneys?
Cefotil has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefotil on the Liver?
Cefotil is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefotil on the Heart?
Cefotil is completely safe for the heart.
Cefotil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefotil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefotil habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cefotil is addictive.
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 Cefotil can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefotil only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cefotil for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefotil
You can take Cefotil with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefotil
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefotil.
Yes, Cefotil is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Cefotil can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.
No, Cefotil does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Cefotil. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
No, Cefotil does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Cefotil is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Yes, Cefotil is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
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References
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