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Cefaxil 250 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Cefaxil 250 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Cefaxil 250 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Cefaxil 250 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cefaxil 250 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Cefaxil 250 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Cefaxil 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefaxil 250 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefaxil 250 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Cefaxil 250 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Cefaxil 250 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Cefaxil 250 Tablet 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 Cefaxil 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefaxil safely.
Is the use of Cefaxil 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Cefaxil does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Cefaxil 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Cefaxil rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefaxil 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Using Cefaxil does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefaxil 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Cefaxil is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefaxil 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefaxil 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Cefaxil 250 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefaxil 250 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cefaxil 250 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cefaxil 250 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Cefaxil 250 Tablet
Taking Cefaxil 250 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefaxil 250 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Cefaxil 250 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Cefaxil 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.
Yes, Cefaxil 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).
Yes, Cefaxil 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.
Cefaxil contains cefuroxime which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Cefaxil is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Moraxella catarrhalis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Discontinuing Cefaxil on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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