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Cefogen

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Cefogen Information

Cefogen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefogen have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Cefogen is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

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

In addition, Cefogen's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cefogen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Cefogen have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Cefogen have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefogen is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

  1. Cefogen Benefits & Uses
  2. Cefogen Dosage & How to Take
  3. Cefogen Side Effects
  4. Cefogen Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Cefogen with Other Drugs
  6. Cefogen Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Cefogen
  8. Cefogen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefogen Benefits & Uses

Cefogen is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefogen 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: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • 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
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • 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

Cefogen Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefogen is used -

Cefogen Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cefogen safe for pregnant women?


    Cefogen is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe

  • Is the use of Cefogen safe during breastfeeding?


    Cefogen does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

    Safe

  • What is the effect of Cefogen on the Kidneys?


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

    Mild

  • What is the effect of Cefogen on the Liver?


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

    Safe

  • What is the effect of Cefogen on the Heart?


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

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefogen with Other Drugs

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

Cefogen Contraindications

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

  • Kidney Disease
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Gastritis
  • Diabetes
  • Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefogen

  • Is this Cefogen habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Cefogen is addictive.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


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

    Dangerous

  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Cefogen 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?


    Cefogen is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Cefogen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cefogen


    You can take Cefogen with food.

    Safe

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cefogen


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefogen with alcohol.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefogen

Question about 2 years ago

Can Cefogen treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefogen can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.

Question about 2 years ago

Does Cefogen help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefogen can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.

Question almost 2 years ago

Can I take Cefogen with ibuprofen?

Yes, Cefogen can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 3 years ago

Can Cefogen cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefogen can cause nausea and vomiting, but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.

Question over 1 year ago

Can I take Cefogen with aspirin?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefogen can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Cefogen along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
3 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312

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