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Cefomycin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefomycin have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Cefomycin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Cefomycin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefomycin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Cefomycin's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Cefomycin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefomycin related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefomycin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Cefomycin have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefomycin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cefomycin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefomycin is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cefomycin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefomycin safely.
Is the use of Cefomycin safe during breastfeeding?
Cefomycin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefomycin on the Kidneys?
Cefomycin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefomycin on the Liver?
Cefomycin is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefomycin on the Heart?
Using Cefomycin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cefomycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefomycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefomycin habit forming or addictive?
Cefomycin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cefomycin since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cefomycin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefomycin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefomycin
Taking Cefomycin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefomycin
Taking alcohol with Cefomycin can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
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; Cefobid® (sterile cefoperazone)
