Cefigard 50 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefigard 50 Tablet Information

Cefigard 50 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Cefigard 50 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Cefigard 50 Tablet 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.

Common side effects of Cefigard 50 Tablet include Bloating or fullness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence. Normally, these side effects of Cefigard 50 Tablet 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.

Cefigard 50 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Cefigard 50 Tablet related warnings talks about Cefigard 50 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Cefigard 50 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.

Besides this, Cefigard 50 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Cefigard 50 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Cefigard Benefits & Uses
Cefigard Dosage & How to Take
Cefigard Side Effects
Cefigard Related Warnings
Cefigard Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cefigard
Cefigard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefigard 50 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cefigard 50 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis
Throat Infection
Ear Infection
Gonorrhea

Cefigard 50 Tablet 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg) / Lactobacillus (60 Millionspores)
Adult	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg) / Lactobacillus (60 Millionspores)
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg) / Lactobacillus (60 Millionspores)

Cefigard 50 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefigard 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Cefigard during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Cefigard 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Cefigard is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefigard 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cefigard. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefigard 50 Tablet on the Liver?

Cefigard may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefigard 50 Tablet on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Cefigard on heart. So it is not known whether taking Cefigard will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Cefigard 50 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefigard 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Cefigard 50 Tablet

Is this Cefigard 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Cefigard 50 Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cefigard 50 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Cefigard 50 Tablet 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, the use of Cefigard 50 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cefigard 50 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefigard 50 Tablet

Taking Cefigard 50 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefigard 50 Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Cefigard 50 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Cefigard 50 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Cefigard?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Cefigard can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigard for cough?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefigard can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Cefigard on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Discontinuing Cefigard in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigard without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Cefigard is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefigard with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Cefigard can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

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This medicine data has been created by -

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5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)

KD Tripathi. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Eighth Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2019

Cefigard 50 Tablet

Cefigard 50 Tablet Information

Cefigard 50 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cefigard 50 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

Cefigard 50 Tablet Related Warnings

Cefigard 50 Tablet Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Cefigard 50 Tablet

Cefigard 50 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Cefigard 50 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Cefigard?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigard for cough?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Cefigard on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigard without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefigard with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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