Cefpen S: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefpen S Information

Cefpen S is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Cefpen S also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Cefpen S depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

The most common side effects of Cefpen S are Diarrhoea, Rash, Allergic reaction. Some other side effects of Cefpen S have been listed ahead. These side effects of Cefpen S are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

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

Cefpen S is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions.

Additionally, Cefpen S 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 Cefpen S is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Cefpen S Benefits & Uses

Cefpen S 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

Cefpen S 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)

Cefpen S Side Effects

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

Moderate

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

Common

Diarrhoea
Rash
Allergic reaction

Cefpen S Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefpen S safe for pregnant women?

Cefpen S is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefpen S safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Cefpen S on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefpen S on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Cefpen S on kidney, information on safety of Cefpen S for kidney is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cefpen S on the Liver?

Cefpen S may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefpen S on the Heart?

There is no research available on the side effects of Cefpen S on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Cefpen S with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Amikacin

Cyclosporine

Cefpen S Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Cefpen S

Is this Cefpen S habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cefpen S.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cefpen S only as per medical advice.

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

Cefpen S is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cefpen S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefpen S

You can take Cefpen S with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefpen S

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefpen S with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefpen S

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Cefpen S cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Cefpen S can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Cefpen S over-the-counter?

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

No, you can not buy Cefpen S over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Cefpen S without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Cefpen S is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Cefpen S cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Cefpen S can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Cefpen S used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes Cefpen S is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.