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

Cefkim 50 Tablet DT Information

Cefkim 50 Tablet DT is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Cefkim 50 Tablet DT also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Cefkim 50 Tablet DT depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Cefkim 50 Tablet DT have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Cefkim 50 Tablet DT normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefkim 50 Tablet DT is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Cefkim 50 Tablet DT has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefkim 50 Tablet DT related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefkim 50 Tablet DT contraindications section.

Besides this, Cefkim 50 Tablet DT may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Cefkim 50 Tablet DT is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Cefkim 50 Tablet DT Benefits & Uses

Cefkim 50 Tablet DT 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

Cefkim 50 Tablet DT 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

Cefkim 50 Tablet DT Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefkim 50 Tablet DT safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefkim without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Cefkim 50 Tablet DT safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefkim.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefkim 50 Tablet DT on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Cefkim on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefkim 50 Tablet DT on the Liver?

Cefkim is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefkim 50 Tablet DT on the Heart?

Using Cefkim does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Cefkim 50 Tablet DT Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefkim 50 Tablet DT 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 Cefkim 50 Tablet DT

Is this Cefkim 50 Tablet DT habit forming or addictive?

Cefkim 50 Tablet DT does not cause addiction.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cefkim 50 Tablet DT. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cefkim 50 Tablet DT only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Cefkim 50 Tablet DT cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cefkim 50 Tablet DT Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefkim 50 Tablet DT

It is safe to take Cefkim 50 Tablet DT with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefkim 50 Tablet DT

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefkim 50 Tablet DT.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefkim 50 Tablet DT

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefkim with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Cefkim 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 Cefkim for cough?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefkim 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

How long can I safely take Cefkim?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Cefkim can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefkim cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefkim can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Cefkim?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cefkim 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.