Cefnimax: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefnimax Information

Cefnimax is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Meningitis. Other than this, Cefnimax has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Cefnimax depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Cefnimax side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cefnimax 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.

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

Cefnimax is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Cefnimax contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Cefnimax with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Cefnimax is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Cefnimax Benefits & Uses

Cefnimax is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefnimax 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
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 25 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefnimax Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefnimax safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Cefnimax in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefnimax safe during breastfeeding?

Cefnimax is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefnimax on the Kidneys?

Cefnimax rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefnimax on the Liver?

Cefnimax is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefnimax on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Cefnimax for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefnimax with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Cefnimax Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Sexually transmitted diseases
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Cefnimax

Is this Cefnimax habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cefnimax.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Cefnimax 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, Cefnimax is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cefnimax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefnimax

It is safe to take Cefnimax with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefnimax

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefnimax

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Cefnimax?

Take Cefnimax as long as your doctor has prescribed you to take it depending upon the severity of the infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Cefnimax cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefnimax covers some strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa but antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its susceptibility against pseudomonas before using this drug.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefnimax cover enterococcus?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Cefnimax covers enterococcus. It is effective against enterococcus responsible for causing urinary tract infections, skin infections, gynecological infections.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefnimax cover anaerobes?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Yes, Cefnimax covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Bacteroides spp, Clostridium spp, Fusobacterium spp, Peptococcus spp, and Peptostreptococcus spp.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Cefnimax treat meningitis?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Cefnimax is used to treat meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitides. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.