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Ceftas O Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Ceftas O Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Ceftas O Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Some other side effects of Ceftas O Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ceftas O Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Ceftas O Tablet's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ceftas O Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ceftas O Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ceftas O Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Ceftas O Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ceftas O Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ceftas O Tablet 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
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Is the use of Ceftas O Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Ceftas O. It is best to stop taking Ceftas O immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ceftas O Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Ceftas O. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Ceftas O Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ceftas O has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ceftas O Tablet on the Liver?
Ceftas O may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ceftas O Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ceftas O on the heart have been reported.
Ceftas O Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ceftas O Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceftas O Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Ceftas O Tablet does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Ceftas O Tablet
When consumed with certain foods, Ceftas O Tablet may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftas O Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Ceftas O Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
Ceftas O can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Ceftas O and amoxicillin can be taken together, 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.
Ceftas O 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.
Ceftas O 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, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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