Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet

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  • Manufactured by: Wockhardt Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Cefuroxime (500 mg)

Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet

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  • Contains / Salt: Cefuroxime (500 mg)
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Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet Information

Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

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

Besides this, Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Kefstar 500 Mg 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


Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet is used -

Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Kefstar safely.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Kefstar does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Kefstar has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet on the Liver?


    Kefstar is not harmful for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Kefstar for the heart.

    Safe


Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet

  • Is this Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet is addictive.

    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 Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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


    Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet


    Taking Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet


    Information about the interaction of Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Kefstar 500 Mg Tablet

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Kefstar with aspirin?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Kefstar can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Kefstar along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Kefstar?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Take Kefstar as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Kefstar cover anaerobes?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Kefstar covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Kefstar.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Kefstar treat gonorrhea?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Kefstar 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).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Kefstar cover enterococcus?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Kefstar does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Kefstar. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance. 



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