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Cefulin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Cefulin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Cefulin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefulin as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cefulin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Cefulin's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Cefulin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Cefulin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Cefulin with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Cefulin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Cefulin 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 |
Adult(Male) |
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Geriatric |
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Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Cefulin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefulin safely.
Is the use of Cefulin safe during breastfeeding?
Cefulin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Cefulin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cefulin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cefulin on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Cefulin on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefulin on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cefulin for the heart.
Cefulin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefulin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefulin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cefulin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefulin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefulin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefulin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cefulin
Taking Cefulin with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefulin
Information about the interaction of Cefulin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Cefulin does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Cefulin. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
Yes, Cefulin can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Cefulin 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.
No, Cefulin does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Cefulin.
Take Cefulin as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
Cefulin is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.
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