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Cesafe Sm, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Cesafe Sm also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Cesafe Sm depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Cesafe Sm are Diarrhoea, Rash, Allergic reaction. Some other side effects of Cesafe Sm have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Cesafe Sm normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Cesafe Sm's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cesafe Sm related warnings talks about Cesafe Sm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cesafe Sm can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cesafe Sm in conditions like Allergy.
Drug interactions for Cesafe Sm have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cesafe Sm, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cesafe Sm 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Cesafe Sm safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cesafe Sm in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cesafe Sm safe during breastfeeding?
Cesafe Sm may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cesafe Sm on the Kidneys?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Cesafe Sm on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Cesafe Sm will cause side effects on kidney or not.
What is the effect of Cesafe Sm on the Liver?
Cesafe Sm can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Cesafe Sm on the Heart?
Side effects of Cesafe Sm on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Cesafe Sm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cesafe Sm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cesafe Sm habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cesafe Sm.
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 Cesafe Sm can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cesafe Sm only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cesafe Sm is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cesafe Sm
Taking Cesafe Sm with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cesafe Sm
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cesafe Sm with alcohol.
Cesafe Sm is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Rarely Cesafe Sm can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, you can use Cesafe Sm to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Cesafe Sm and doxycycline can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Yes Cesafe Sm is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftriaxone
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727-728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; UNASYN® (ampicillin sodium/sulbactam sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 725
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 160-162
