Cefpil 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefpil 500 Tablet Information

Cefpil 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Cefpil 500 Tablet have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefpil 500 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefpil 500 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cefpil 500 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Cefpil 500 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cefpil 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefpil 500 Tablet related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefpil 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Cefpil 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefpil 500 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Cefpil Benefits & Uses
Cefpil Dosage & How to Take
Cefpil Side Effects
Cefpil Related Warnings
Cefpil Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cefpil
Cefpil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefpil 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cefpil 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefpil 500 Tablet 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
Adult(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefpil 500 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefpil 500 Tablet is used -

Cefpil 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefpil 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Cefpil is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefpil 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Cefpil does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefpil 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Cefpil rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefpil 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Cefpil is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefpil 500 Tablet on the Heart?

Cefpil is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Cefpil 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefpil 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefpil 500 Tablet

Is this Cefpil 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cefpil 500 Tablet.

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

After taking Cefpil 500 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Cefpil 500 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Cefpil 500 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cefpil 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefpil 500 Tablet

Taking Cefpil 500 Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefpil 500 Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefpil 500 Tablet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefpil 500 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefpil cause weight loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefpil 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 Cefpil is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefpil help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefpil can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefpil treat gonorrhea?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefpil can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae which provides relief to the patient from fever, painful urination and abnormal discharge from reproductive organs (penis or vagina).

Question about 6 years ago

How does Cefpil work?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Cefpil 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. Cefpil 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefpil treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefpil 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.