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Ayucef Benefits & Uses

Ayucef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ayucef 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

Ayucef Related Warnings

Is the use of Ayucef safe for pregnant women?

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

Safe
Is the use of Ayucef safe during breastfeeding?

Ayucef does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Ayucef on the Kidneys?

Ayucef rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ayucef on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Ayucef on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Ayucef for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ayucef with Other Drugs

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

Ayucef Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Ayucef

Is this Ayucef habit forming or addictive?

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

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Ayucef 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, Ayucef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ayucef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ayucef

Taking Ayucef with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ayucef

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Ayucef

Question over 4 years ago

Does Ayucef affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ayucef 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 over 5 years ago

What is Ayucef?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Ayucef 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Ayucef cause diarrhoea?

Yes, Ayucef has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question about 4 years ago

Does Ayucef treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ayucef 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Ayucef cover enterococcus?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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