Cefastar Information
Cefastar is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Cefastar also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Cefastar depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Cefastar include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. While these are the most often observed Cefastar side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefastar are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Cefastar's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Cefastar related warnings talks about Cefastar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Cefastar have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Cefastar may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefastar is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Cefastar Benefits & Uses
Cefastar is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Prostatitis
- Osteomyelitis
- Kidney Infection
- Tonsillitis
- Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
- Pneumonia
Cefastar 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Cefastar Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefastar is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
Moderate
- Increased Liver Enzymes
Mild
- Urticaria
- Maculopapular rash
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Fatigue
- Headache
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Allergic reaction
- Rash
- पेट दर्द
Cefastar Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cefastar safe for pregnant women?
Cefastar is safe to take during pregnancy.
Safe -
Is the use of Cefastar safe during breastfeeding?
Cefastar does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Cefastar on the Kidneys?
Cefastar rarely harms the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cefastar on the Liver?
Cefastar is completely safe for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Cefastar on the Heart?
Using Cefastar does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Cefastar with Other Drugs
Cefastar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Cefastar Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefastar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Diabetes
Frequently asked Questions about Cefastar
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Is this Cefastar habit forming or addictive?
Cefastar does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cefastar will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefastar only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cefastar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Cefastar Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cefastar
Taking Cefastar with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefastar
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefastar with alcohol.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300
