Cefnij 100 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefnij Benefits & Uses

Cefnij is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Cefnij 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: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefnij Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefnij safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefnij without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Cefnij safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefnij.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefnij on the Kidneys?

Cefnij may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefnij on the Liver?

Cefnij does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefnij on the Heart?

You can take Cefnij without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefnij with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Cefnij Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cefnij

Is this Cefnij habit forming or addictive?

Cefnij is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cefnij should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Cefnij in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cefnij Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefnij

It is safe to take Cefnij with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefnij

Information about the interaction of Cefnij and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefnij

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Cefnij works?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Cefnij works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Cefnij over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Cefnij 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 over 5 years ago

Can I take Cefnij with augmentin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefnij 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cefnij with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Cefnij can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Cefnij?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cefnij 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.