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Cefoxim 250 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Cefoxim 250 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefoxim 250 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefoxim 250 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cefoxim 250 Tablet 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.
Cefoxim 250 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Cefoxim 250 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefoxim 250 Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefoxim 250 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Cefoxim 250 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefoxim 250 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cefoxim 250 Tablet 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 |
Adult(Male) |
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Geriatric |
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Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Cefoxim 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Cefoxim is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Cefoxim 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Cefoxim does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefoxim 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Cefoxim has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefoxim 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Using Cefoxim does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefoxim 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Cefoxim is completely safe for the heart.
Cefoxim 250 Tablet 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 Cefoxim 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefoxim 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cefoxim 250 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefoxim 250 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cefoxim 250 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cefoxim 250 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cefoxim 250 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefoxim 250 Tablet
You can take Cefoxim 250 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefoxim 250 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Cefoxim 250 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Cefoxim can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.
Cefoxim contains cefuroxime which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Cefoxim is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Moraxella catarrhalis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Yes, Cefoxim 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.
No, Cefoxim does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Cefoxim. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
Yes, Cefoxim can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.
This medicine data has been created by -
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References
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