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

Cefma Information

Cefma, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefma have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Cefma is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefma as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cefma normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Cefma's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Cefma has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefma related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefma are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Cefma with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefma is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Cefma Benefits & Uses

Cefma 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

Cefma 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

Cefma Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefma safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Cefma in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefma safe during breastfeeding?

Cefma does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefma on the Kidneys?

Cefma rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefma on the Liver?

Using Cefma does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefma on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefma with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Cefma Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefma 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 Cefma

Is this Cefma habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cefma.

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

After taking Cefma you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cefma is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Cefma cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cefma Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefma

It is safe to take Cefma with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefma

Information about the interaction of Cefma and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefma

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Cefma?

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

Cefma 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 about 5 years ago

Is Cefma safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Cefma is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Cefma cause stomach upset?

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

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefma cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefma 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 4 years ago

Can I take Cefma with amoxicillin?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Cefma and amoxicillin can be taken together, 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.