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Cefo AZ Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefo AZ Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefo AZ Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Cefo AZ Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Injection Site Allergic Reaction. Some other side effects of Cefo AZ Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cefo AZ Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Cefo AZ Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cefo AZ Tablet related warnings talks about Cefo AZ Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Cefo AZ Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Cefo AZ Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefo AZ Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cefo AZ Tablet is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Cefo AZ Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Cefo Az is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Cefo AZ Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Cefo Az does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefo AZ Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cefo Az on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cefo AZ Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Cefo Az rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Cefo AZ Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Cefo Az rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefo AZ Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefo AZ Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Cefo AZ Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Cefo AZ Tablet
You can take Cefo AZ Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefo AZ Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefo AZ Tablet with alcohol.
Cefo Az can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Discontinuing Cefo Az in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of 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.
Cefo Az is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Yes, Cefo Az can be taken with augmentin, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Yes, Cefo Az can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zithromax (azithromycin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 754