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Cura, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Cura have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Cura 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cura can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Cura normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cura has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cura's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cura contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Cura have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Cura is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Cura is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Cura safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Cura.
Is the use of Cura safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Cura. If you see any side effects, stop taking Cura immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Cura again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cura on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cura. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Cura on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Cura. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Cura on the Heart?
Cura is rarely harmful for the heart.
Cura 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 Cura unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cura habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cura is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cura does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Cura is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cura for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cura
Taking Cura with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cura
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cura with alcohol will be.
Yes, you can use Cura 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.
No, you can not buy Cura 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.
Yes, Cura can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.
Cura should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Cura is a brand name for cefpodoxime. 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311