Cefzim 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefzim 250 Tablet Information

Cefzim 250 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Cefzim 250 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Cefzim 250 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Some other side effects of Cefzim 250 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cefzim 250 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.

Cefzim 250 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Cefzim 250 Tablet related warnings talks about Cefzim 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefzim 250 Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Cefzim 250 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefzim 250 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Cefzim Benefits & Uses
Cefzim Dosage & How to Take
Cefzim Side Effects
Cefzim Related Warnings
Cefzim Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cefzim
Cefzim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefzim 250 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cefzim 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefzim 250 Tablet 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
Adult(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefzim 250 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefzim 250 Tablet is used -

Cefzim 250 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefzim 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Cefzim in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefzim 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Cefzim is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefzim 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Cefzim on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefzim 250 Tablet on the Liver?

Cefzim does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefzim 250 Tablet on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Cefzim for the heart.

Safe

Cefzim 250 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefzim 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefzim 250 Tablet

Is this Cefzim 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cefzim 250 Tablet.

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

After taking Cefzim 250 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cefzim 250 Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cefzim 250 Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

No, Cefzim 250 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cefzim 250 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefzim 250 Tablet

Taking Cefzim 250 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefzim 250 Tablet

Information about the interaction of Cefzim 250 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefzim 250 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Cefzim without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Cefzim is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefzim affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Cefzim can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefzim treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefzim can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Cefzim a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefzim 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Cefzim?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Cefzim is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.