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Ceftalin O 250 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Ceftalin O 250 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Ceftalin O 250 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ceftalin O 250 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Ceftalin O 250 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.
It is also important to note that Ceftalin O 250 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ceftalin O 250 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ceftalin O 250 Tablet related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Ceftalin O 250 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ceftalin O 250 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ceftalin O 250 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ceftalin O 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -
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 |
Adult(Male) |
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Geriatric |
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Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ceftalin O 250 Tablet is used -
Is the use of Ceftalin O 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Ceftalin O is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Ceftalin O 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Ceftalin O is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceftalin O 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ceftalin O on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ceftalin O 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Ceftalin O is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Ceftalin O 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Ceftalin O is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ceftalin O 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceftalin O 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ceftalin O 250 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ceftalin O 250 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Ceftalin O 250 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ceftalin O 250 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ceftalin O 250 Tablet
Taking Ceftalin O 250 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftalin O 250 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ceftalin O 250 Tablet.
Yes, Ceftalin O has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Ceftalin O 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. Ceftalin O 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.
Discontinuing Ceftalin O on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
No, Ceftalin O does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Ceftalin O. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
No, Ceftalin O is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
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