Cefrox: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefrox Information

Cefrox, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefrox have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefrox. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Cefrox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cefrox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefrox is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Cefrox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Cefrox contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Cefrox may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefrox is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Cefrox Benefits & Uses

Cefrox is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefrox 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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefrox Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefrox safe for pregnant women?

Cefrox is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Cefrox safe during breastfeeding?

Cefrox does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefrox on the Kidneys?

Cefrox rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefrox on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Cefrox on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefrox on the Heart?

Cefrox is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefrox with Other Drugs

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

Cefrox Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefrox

Is this Cefrox habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cefrox is addictive.

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

After taking Cefrox, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cefrox can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Cefrox is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

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

No

Cefrox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefrox

Taking Cefrox with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefrox

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefrox.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefrox

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefrox cover anaerobes?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefrox covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Cefrox.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Cefrox?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Take Cefrox as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cefrox affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefrox might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefrox cover enterococcus?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefrox does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Cefrox. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question about 4 years ago

Does Cefrox treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefrox 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.