Cefasyn

4 Tablet in 1 Strip
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  • Contains / Salt: Cefuroxime (500 mg)
  • Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
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    Cefasyn Information

    Cefasyn, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Cefasyn has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

    Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefasyn. 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.

    Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefasyn as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cefasyn go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

    It is also important to note that Cefasyn has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cefasyn related warnings talks about Cefasyn's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

    Drug interactions for Cefasyn have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

    You should also be aware that Cefasyn is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



    Cefasyn Benefits & Uses

    Cefasyn is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Cefasyn 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


    Cefasyn Side Effects

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

    Cefasyn Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Cefasyn safe for pregnant women?


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

      Safe
    • Is the use of Cefasyn safe during breastfeeding?


      Cefasyn does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

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


      Cefasyn has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

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


      Cefasyn is not harmful for the liver.

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


      Cefasyn is not harmful for the heart.

      Safe


    Severe Interaction of Cefasyn with Other Drugs

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



    Cefasyn Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Cefasyn

    • Is this Cefasyn habit forming or addictive?


      Cefasyn is not addictive in nature.

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


      After taking Cefasyn you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but consume Cefasyn only on doctor's advice.

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


      There is no benefit of taking Cefasyn for mental disorders.

      No

    Cefasyn Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Cefasyn


      Taking Cefasyn with food is safe.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Cefasyn


      Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefasyn with alcohol.

      Unknown


    Frequently asked Questions about Cefasyn

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Does Cefasyn cover pseudomonas?

    Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

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

    Question about 4 years ago

    Does Cefasyn treat gonorrhea?

    Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Cefasyn can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae which provides relief to the patient from fever, painful urination and abnormal discharge from reproductive organs (penis or vagina).

    Question almost 4 years ago

    Does Cefasyn help in sinus infection?

    Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Cefasyn can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.

    Question over 3 years ago

    Can I take Cefasyn with paracetamol?

    Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Cefasyn can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Cefasyn along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses. 

    Question about 5 years ago

    Is Cefasyn safe to use?

    Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Cefasyn is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.



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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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