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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 can be taken with augmentin, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
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 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.
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.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)