Cefspan Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefspan Information

Cefspan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Syrup, Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Cefspan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Cefspan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Cefspan have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cefspan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Cefspan has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cefspan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefspan related warnings section.

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

Besides this, Cefspan may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Cefspan is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Cefspan Benefits & Uses
Cefspan Dosage & How to Take
Cefspan Side Effects
Cefspan Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cefspan with Other Drugs
Cefspan Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cefspan
Cefspan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefspan Benefits & Uses

Cefspan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Cefspan 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: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefspan Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefspan safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefspan safely.

Safe
Is the use of Cefspan safe during breastfeeding?

Cefspan is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefspan on the Kidneys?

Cefspan has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefspan on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Cefspan on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefspan on the Heart?

Cefspan is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefspan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Cefspan Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cefspan

Is this Cefspan habit forming or addictive?

Cefspan is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cefspan only as per medical advice.

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

Cefspan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cefspan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefspan

Taking Cefspan with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefspan

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefspan

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefspan cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Cefspan?

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

Cefspan can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cefspan with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Cefspan can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Cefspan works?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Cefspan works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefspan cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefspan can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.