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Cefpopen Lb is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections.
The optimal dosage of Cefpopen Lb 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Cefpopen Lb include Nausea or vomiting. While these are the most often observed Cefpopen Lb side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cefpopen Lb normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Cefpopen Lb's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Cefpopen Lb has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefpopen Lb related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Cefpopen Lb have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Cefpopen Lb may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Cefpopen Lb is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Cefpopen Lb is used to treat the following -
Main 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
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Is the use of Cefpopen Lb safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Cefpopen LB on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Cefpopen Lb safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Cefpopen LB for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Cefpopen Lb on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Cefpopen LB on kidney, information on safety of Cefpopen LB for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Cefpopen Lb on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Cefpopen LB on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Cefpopen Lb on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Cefpopen LB on heart. So it is not known whether taking Cefpopen LB will cause side effects on heart or not.
Cefpopen Lb should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefpopen Lb unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefpopen Lb habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cefpopen Lb is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefpopen Lb, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cefpopen Lb can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cefpopen Lb is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cefpopen Lb for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefpopen Lb
Taking Cefpopen Lb with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefpopen Lb
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefpopen Lb.
Yes, Cefpopen LB can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if a cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.
Cefpopen LB can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Cefpopen LB and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Occasionally, Cefpopen LB 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.
Yes, Cefpopen LB is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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