Ceftum 500 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Ceftum 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Ceftum 500 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ceftum 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ceftum 500 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Ceftum 500 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Ceftum 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ceftum 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Ceftum 500 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Ceftum 500 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Ceftum 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ceftum 500 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
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Is the use of Ceftum 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Ceftum Tablet is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Ceftum 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Ceftum Tablet is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceftum 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ceftum Tablet rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ceftum 500 Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Ceftum Tablet on the liver.
What is the effect of Ceftum 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Ceftum Tablet is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ceftum 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceftum 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Ceftum 500 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 500 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ceftum 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ceftum 500 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ceftum 500 Tablet
Taking Ceftum 500 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftum 500 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ceftum 500 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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