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

Cefataur Information

Cefataur is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Capsule. Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Cefataur also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

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

While these are the most often observed Cefataur side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cefataur normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Cefataur's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Cefataur has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefataur related warnings section.

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

Besides this, Cefataur may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefataur is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Cefataur Benefits & Uses

Cefataur is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Endocarditis

Cefataur 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	Disease: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefataur Side Effects

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

Severe

Diarrhoea
Allergic reaction
Joint pain
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Angioedema
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Urticaria

Cefataur Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefataur safe for pregnant women?

Cefataur is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Cefataur safe during breastfeeding?

Cefataur is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefataur on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Cefataur on the Liver?

Cefataur is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefataur on the Heart?

Using Cefataur does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefataur with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Cefataur Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Cefataur

Is this Cefataur habit forming or addictive?

Cefataur does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Cefataur you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cefataur should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Cefataur is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cefataur Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefataur

You can take Cefataur with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefataur

Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Cefataur does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Cefataur

Question about 5 years ago

Does Cefataur treat strep throat?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefataur 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. It can also treat tonsillitis which is inflammation of tonsils caused by the same bacteria (Streptococcus pyogenes). Since Cefataur is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised to not take it by yourself.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Cefataur cause a rash?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Cefataur might cause a rash which is a sign of an allergy to this drug. This occurs very rarely and this effect goes away after discontinuation of this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefataur cause hair loss?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefataur does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Cefataur is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefataur cause constipation?

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

No, Cefataur does not cause constipation. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefataur cause yeast infection?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Cefataur might cause a yeast infection because it antibiotic kills both bad bacteria and good bacteria as well. Good bacteria prevent the growth of yeast (fungi) in our body. The absence of these good bacteria that keeps them in check provides a favorable environment for the growth of yeast which results in yeast infection.