Altacef

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Altacef Information

Altacef is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Syrup, Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Altacef have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Altacef depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Altacef as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Altacef go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Altacef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Altacef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Altacef contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Altacef have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Altacef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Altacef Benefits & Uses

Altacef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Altacef 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


Altacef Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Altacef is used -

Altacef Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Altacef safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Altacef safely.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Altacef safe during breastfeeding?


    Altacef is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Altacef on the Kidneys?


    Altacef rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Altacef on the Liver?


    Using Altacef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Altacef on the Heart?


    Altacef is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Altacef with Other Drugs

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



Altacef Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Altacef

  • Is this Altacef habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Altacef has not been reported.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Altacef as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Altacef 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 Altacef in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Altacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Altacef


    Taking Altacef with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Altacef


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Altacef and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Altacef

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Altacef contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Altacef does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Altacef?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 4 years ago

Is Altacef a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Altacef is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Altacef cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Altacef does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Altacef. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question over 3 years ago

Can I take Altacef with aspirin?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Altacef can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Altacef along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312



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