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 -
Main Benefits
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 (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
- Neutropenia
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
- Peritonitis
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) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Cefme Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefme is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट दर्द
Mild
- Rash
- Headache
- पेट की गैस
- Dyspepsia
- Urticaria
- Maculopapular rash
Cefme Related Warnings
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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?
Very few cases of side effects of Cefme on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cefme on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Cefme on the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Cefme on the Heart?
Cefme is not harmful for 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 -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Kidney Disease
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
- Drug Allergy
- Drug Allergies
- Syphilis
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Cefme
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Is this Cefme habit forming or addictive?
Cefme does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefme you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefme only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cefme for mental disorders.
No
Cefme Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cefme
Taking Cefme with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefme
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefme with alcohol will be.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Cefme
Question almost 7 years ago
Is Cefme safe to use?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology
Yes, Cefme 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 over 6 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 about 7 years ago
What is Cefme?
Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician
Cefme 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 almost 7 years ago
Does Cefme cause diarrhea?
Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Cefme 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 about 7 years ago
Does Cefme 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.
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References
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