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C Forte Information

C Forte is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Other than this, C Forte has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of C Forte. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of C Forte are Diarrhoea, Rash, Allergic reaction. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, C Forte can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of C Forte are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of C Forte is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to C Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

C Forte is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.

Additionally, C Forte may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for C Forte, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

C Forte Benefits & Uses

C Forte is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Bacterial Infections
Blood Infection
Meningitis
Peritonitis

C Forte 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)
Adult	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)
Geriatric	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)

C Forte Side Effects

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

Moderate

Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)

Common

Diarrhoea
Rash
Allergic reaction

C Forte Related Warnings

Is the use of C Forte safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take C Forte safely.

Safe
Is the use of C Forte safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take C Forte as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of C Forte on the Kidneys?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of C Forte on kidney. So it is not known whether taking C Forte will cause side effects on kidney or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of C Forte on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking C Forte. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of C Forte on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of C Forte on heart. So it is not known whether taking C Forte will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of C Forte with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Amikacin

Cyclosporine

C Forte Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about C Forte

Is this C Forte habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of C Forte has not been reported.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking C Forte. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take C Forte only as per medical advice.

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

No, C Forte is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

C Forte Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and C Forte

It is safe to take C Forte with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and C Forte

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking C Forte.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about C Forte

Question about 6 years ago

How to take C Forte?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Do not self-administer C Forte. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use C Forte to treat pneumonia?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, you can use C Forte to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.

Question about 6 years ago

How does C Forte work?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

C Forte works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take C Forte?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

C Forte can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question over 5 years ago

Does C Forte help in preventing cold?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

C Forte does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.