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Inhicef 250 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Inhicef 250 Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Inhicef 250 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Inhicef 250 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Inhicef 250 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Inhicef 250 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Inhicef 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Inhicef 250 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Inhicef 250 Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Inhicef 250 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Inhicef 250 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Inhicef 250 Tablet 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 |
Adult(Male) |
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Geriatric |
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Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Inhicef 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Inhicef is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Inhicef 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Inhicef does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Inhicef 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Inhicef rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Inhicef 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Inhicef is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Inhicef 250 Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Inhicef without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Inhicef 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Inhicef 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Inhicef 250 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Inhicef 250 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Inhicef 250 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Inhicef 250 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Inhicef 250 Tablet
Taking Inhicef 250 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Inhicef 250 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Inhicef 250 Tablet.
No, Inhicef 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.
Yes, Inhicef can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Inhicef along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
Yes, Inhicef can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Inhicef contains cefuroxime which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Inhicef is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Moraxella catarrhalis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Yes, Inhicef is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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