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Cefjoy is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. Cefjoy also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefjoy. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Cefjoy have been listed ahead. These side effects of Cefjoy are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Cefjoy's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Cefjoy's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefjoy related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Cefjoy have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Cefjoy may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefjoy is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Cefjoy 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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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefjoy is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cefjoy safe for pregnant women?
Cefjoy rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Cefjoy safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Cefjoy. Immediately discontinue Cefjoy if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Cefjoy on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Cefjoy. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Cefjoy on the Liver?
Cefjoy 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.
What is the effect of Cefjoy on the Heart?
Cefjoy has very mild side effects on the heart.
Cefjoy should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefjoy unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefjoy habit forming or addictive?
Cefjoy is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cefjoy will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Cefjoy is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefjoy cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cefjoy
Taking Cefjoy with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefjoy
Information about the interaction of Cefjoy and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )
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 307-311
