Cefimed 200 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefimed Information

Cefimed is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Cefimed have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Cefimed depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Cefimed side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cefimed 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.

In addition, Cefimed's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Cefimed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefimed related warnings section.

The section on Cefimed contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Cefimed may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

Cefimed Benefits & Uses
Cefimed Dosage & How to Take
Cefimed Side Effects
Cefimed Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cefimed with Other Drugs
Cefimed Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cefimed
Cefimed Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefimed Benefits & Uses

Cefimed is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Cefimed 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: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefimed Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefimed safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefimed safely.

Safe
Is the use of Cefimed safe during breastfeeding?

Cefimed does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefimed on the Kidneys?

Cefimed rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefimed on the Liver?

Cefimed does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefimed on the Heart?

You can take Cefimed without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefimed with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Cefimed Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cefimed

Is this Cefimed habit forming or addictive?

Cefimed is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cefimed. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cefimed should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Cefimed is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cefimed Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefimed

Taking Cefimed with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefimed

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefimed.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefimed

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cefimed without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Cefimed 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 5 years ago

What is Cefimed?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cefimed is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefimed with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Cefimed 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cefimed with augmentin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefimed can be taken with augmentin, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Cefimed works?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Cefimed works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.