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

Sefure Information

Sefure, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Sefure also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Sefure depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

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

It is also important to note that Sefure has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Sefure related warnings talks about Sefure's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Sefure have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Sefure have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Sefure Benefits & Uses

Sefure is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Sefure 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

Sefure Related Warnings

Is the use of Sefure safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Sefure in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Sefure safe during breastfeeding?

Sefure does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Sefure on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Sefure on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Sefure on the Liver?

Sefure does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Sefure on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Sefure with Other Drugs

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

Sefure Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Sefure

Is this Sefure habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Sefure 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 Sefure can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Sefure should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Sefure cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Sefure Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sefure

Taking Sefure with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sefure

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Sefure with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Sefure

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Sefure?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Take Sefure 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 Sefure cover anaerobes?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Sefure contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Sefure does not penicillin. 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Sefure treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sefure 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Sefure cause diarrhoea?

Yes, Sefure 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.