Ceftiwin Syrup

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Ceftiwin Syrup

30 ml Syrup in 1 Bottle
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Ceftiwin Information

Ceftiwin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet. Ceftiwin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ceftiwin. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Ceftiwin include Bloating or fullness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence. Normally, these side effects of Ceftiwin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

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

Ceftiwin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.

Besides this, Ceftiwin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Ceftiwin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



Ceftiwin Benefits & Uses

Ceftiwin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ceftiwin 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

Ceftiwin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ceftiwin safe for pregnant women?


    No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Ceftiwin in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Ceftiwin safe during breastfeeding?


    Ceftiwin does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Ceftiwin on the Kidneys?


    Kidney can be affected by Ceftiwin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Ceftiwin on the Liver?


    Ceftiwin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Ceftiwin on the Heart?


    In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Ceftiwin on the heart, information on safety of Ceftiwin for the heart is unavailable.

    Unknown


Severe Interaction of Ceftiwin with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Ceftiwin Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Ceftiwin

  • Is this Ceftiwin habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Ceftiwin is addictive.

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


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ceftiwin since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Ceftiwin only as per medical advice.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Ceftiwin for mental disorders.

    No

Ceftiwin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ceftiwin


    Taking Ceftiwin with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftiwin


    Taking Ceftiwin with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Ceftiwin

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Ceftiwin with azithromycin?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Avoid taking Ceftiwin with azithromycin, because it can cause a heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then consult your doctor and follow his/her instruction.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Ceftiwin 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 over 5 years ago

How to use Ceftiwin?

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

Ceftiwin 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Ceftiwin?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Ceftiwin 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Ceftiwin over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Ceftiwin over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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)

KD Tripathi. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Eighth Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2019



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