Cefme

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Cefme Information

Cefme is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Cefme has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefme. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefme can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cefme go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefme is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Cefme's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Cefme contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Cefme have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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



Cefme Benefits & Uses

Cefme is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefme 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

Cefme Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cefme safe for pregnant women?


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

    Safe
  • Is the use of Cefme safe during breastfeeding?


    Cefme is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cefme on the Kidneys?


    Cefme has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Cefme on the Liver?


    Cefme is not harmful for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cefme on the Heart?


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Cefme with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Cefme Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Cefme

  • Is this Cefme habit forming or addictive?


    Cefme is not addictive in nature.

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


    After taking Cefme, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cefme can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Cefme 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, Cefme cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Cefme Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cefme


    Taking Cefme with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cefme


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Cefme

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Cefme on my own without doctors advice?

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

Discontinuing Cefme 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 over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefme with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Cefme 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

Does Cefme treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes Cefme is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid. 

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefme with amoxicillin?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Cefme 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Cefme works?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Cefme 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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)



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