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Cefspan Capsule, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Cefspan Capsule have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Cefspan Capsule depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefspan Capsule can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Cefspan Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefspan Capsule is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cefspan Capsule related warnings talks about Cefspan Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefspan Capsule contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Cefspan Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefspan Capsule is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cefspan Capsule is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefspan Capsule is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cefspan Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefspan safely.
Is the use of Cefspan Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Cefspan is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefspan Capsule on the Kidneys?
Cefspan has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefspan Capsule on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Cefspan on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefspan Capsule on the Heart?
Cefspan is completely safe for the heart.
Cefspan Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefspan Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefspan Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Cefspan Capsule is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefspan Capsule you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefspan Capsule only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cefspan Capsule is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefspan Capsule
Taking Cefspan Capsule with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefspan Capsule
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefspan Capsule with alcohol will be.
Yes Cefspan is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
Cefspan is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Yes, Cefspan can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.
Discontinuing Cefspan in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Cefspan is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience