Cefoprit 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefoprit 500 Tablet Information

Cefoprit 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefoprit 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Cefoprit 500 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Cefoprit 500 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cefoprit 500 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Cefoprit 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Cefoprit 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Cefoprit 500 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Cefoprit 500 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefoprit 500 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Cefoprit Benefits & Uses
Cefoprit Dosage & How to Take
Cefoprit Side Effects
Cefoprit Related Warnings
Cefoprit Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cefoprit
Cefoprit Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefoprit 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cefoprit 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefoprit 500 Tablet 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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefoprit 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefoprit 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefoprit safely.

Safe
Is the use of Cefoprit 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefoprit.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefoprit 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Cefoprit 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Cefoprit does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefoprit 500 Tablet on the Heart?

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

Safe

Cefoprit 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefoprit 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefoprit 500 Tablet

Is this Cefoprit 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Cefoprit 500 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cefoprit 500 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Cefoprit 500 Tablet 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, Cefoprit 500 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cefoprit 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefoprit 500 Tablet

It is safe to take Cefoprit 500 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefoprit 500 Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefoprit 500 Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefoprit 500 Tablet

Question almost 4 years ago

Is Cefoprit an antiboitic?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefoprit is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefoprit cover anaerobes?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefoprit covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Cefoprit.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Cefoprit cause diarrhoea?

Yes, Cefoprit has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefoprit cover enterococcus?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefoprit does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Cefoprit. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question about 4 years ago

Can Cefoprit treat pneumonia?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Cefoprit can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.