Ceftum Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Ceftum Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Ceftum Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ceftum Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ceftum Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Ceftum Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Ceftum Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ceftum Tablet related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Ceftum Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ceftum 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 Ceftum Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ceftum 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.
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Is the use of Ceftum Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Ceftum Tablet is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Ceftum Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Ceftum Tablet is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceftum Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ceftum Tablet rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ceftum Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Ceftum Tablet on the liver.
What is the effect of Ceftum Tablet on the Heart?
Ceftum Tablet is not harmful for the heart.
Ceftum Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ceftum Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceftum Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Ceftum Tablet is not addictive in nature.
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 Ceftum Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ceftum Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ceftum Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ceftum Tablet
Taking Ceftum Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftum Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ceftum Tablet with alcohol will be.
No, Ceftum Tablet does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Ceftum Tablet. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
Yes, Ceftum Tablet can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Ceftum Tablet along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
Yes, Ceftum Tablet is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
The dosage of Ceftum Tablet may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
Yes, Ceftum Tablet 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.
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