Furo 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Furo 500 Tablet Information

Furo 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Furo 500 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Furo 500 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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, Furo 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Furo 500 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Furo 500 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Furo 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Furo 500 Tablet related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Furo 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Furo 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Furo 500 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Furo 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Furo 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Furo 500 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

Furo 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Furo 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Furo is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Furo 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Furo is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Furo 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Furo rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Furo 500 Tablet on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Furo on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Furo 500 Tablet on the Heart?

You can take Furo without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Furo 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Furo 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Furo 500 Tablet

Is this Furo 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Furo 500 Tablet has not been reported.

No
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 Furo 500 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Furo 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

Furo 500 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Furo 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Furo 500 Tablet

Taking Furo 500 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Furo 500 Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Furo 500 Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Furo 500 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Can Furo cause diarrhoea?

Yes, Furo 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Furo on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Furo on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Furo cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Furo can cause nausea and vomiting, but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Furo?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Furo 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Furo treat gonorrhea?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Furo can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae which provides relief to the patient from fever, painful urination and abnormal discharge from reproductive organs (penis or vagina).