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Ceftalin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Skin Infections, Pneumonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Ceftalin have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Ceftalin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ceftalin as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ceftalin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ceftalin is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Ceftalin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ceftalin related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Ceftalin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ceftalin contraindications section.
Additionally, Ceftalin may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Ceftalin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ceftalin 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
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Is the use of Ceftalin safe for pregnant women?
Ceftalin is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Ceftalin safe during breastfeeding?
Ceftalin is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceftalin on the Kidneys?
Ceftalin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ceftalin on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Ceftalin on the liver.
What is the effect of Ceftalin on the Heart?
Ceftalin is completely safe for the heart.
Ceftalin 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 Ceftalin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceftalin habit forming or addictive?
Ceftalin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ceftalin can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ceftalin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ceftalin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ceftalin
Taking Ceftalin with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftalin
Information about the interaction of Ceftalin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; FORTAZ® (ceftazidime)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-312