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

Futum Information

Futum is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Futum have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Futum depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Futum can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Futum 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.

In addition, Futum's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Futum has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Futum related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Futum contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Futum have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Futum is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Futum Benefits & Uses
Futum Dosage & How to Take
Futum Side Effects
Futum Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Futum with Other Drugs
Futum Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Futum
Futum Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Futum Benefits & Uses

Futum is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Futum 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

Futum Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Futum is used -

Futum Related Warnings

Is the use of Futum safe for pregnant women?

Futum is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Futum safe during breastfeeding?

Futum is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Futum on the Kidneys?

Futum rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Futum on the Liver?

Futum does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Futum on the Heart?

Futum is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Futum with Other Drugs

Futum should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Futum Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Futum

Is this Futum habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Futum.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Futum as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Futum should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Futum is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Futum Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Futum

It is safe to take Futum with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Futum

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Futum

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Futum help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Futum can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Futum an antiboitic?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Futum 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Futum cause weight loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Futum does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Futum is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Futum on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Futum 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Futum treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Futum 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.