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Cefdon is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Cefdon has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Cefdon is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefdon as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cefdon 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.
In addition, Cefdon's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cefdon has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefdon related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Cefdon since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cefdon have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Cefdon 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 Cefdon is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cefdon is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefdon is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Cefdon safe for pregnant women?
Cefdon is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Cefdon safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Cefdon on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Cefdon on the Kidneys?
Cefdon has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefdon on the Liver?
Side effects of Cefdon rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Cefdon on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cefdon for the heart.
Cefdon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefdon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefdon habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cefdon is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefdon you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Cefdon should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefdon is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefdon
Taking Cefdon with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefdon
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cefdon and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Cefdon 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.
Cefdon 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.
Yes, Cefdon can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.
Occasionally Cefdon 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.
Occasionally Cefdon 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience