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Cefdin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Skin Infections, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Cefdin have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Cefdin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Cefdin have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cefdin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefdin is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cefdin related warnings talks about Cefdin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Cefdin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Cefdin have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Cefdin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefdin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cefdin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Cefdin safe for pregnant women?
Cefdin is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefdin safe during breastfeeding?
Cefdin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefdin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cefdin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cefdin on the Liver?
Cefdin does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Cefdin on the Heart?
You can take Cefdin without any fear of damage to the heart.
Cefdin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefdin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefdin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cefdin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cefdin. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Cefdin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cefdin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Cefdin
You can take Cefdin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefdin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefdin with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; FORTAZ® (ceftazidime)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-312