Cefoprox XP: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefoprox XP Benefits & Uses

Cefoprox XP is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Cefoprox XP 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: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefoprox XP Side Effects

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

Severe

Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Sore throat
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Erythema

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Headache
Urticaria
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Chills
पेट की गैस
Flushing

Cefoprox XP Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefoprox XP safe for pregnant women?

Cefoprox XP is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefoprox XP safe during breastfeeding?

Cefoprox XP is safe for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefoprox XP on the Kidneys?

Cefoprox XP has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefoprox XP on the Liver?

Cefoprox XP does not damage the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefoprox XP on the Heart?

You can take Cefoprox XP without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefoprox XP with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Cefoprox XP Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis
Kidney Disease
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Asthma
Cystic Fibrosis
Ulcerative Colitis
Hemophilia

Frequently asked Questions about Cefoprox XP

Is this Cefoprox XP habit forming or addictive?

Cefoprox XP is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Cefoprox XP 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, the use of Cefoprox XP in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cefoprox XP Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefoprox XP

Taking Cefoprox XP with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefoprox XP

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefoprox XP with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefoprox XP

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Cefoprox XP over-the-counter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, you can not buy Cefoprox XP over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Cefoprox XP cause hemolytic anemia?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Occasionally Cefoprox XP can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Cefoprox XP with azithromycin?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Avoid taking Cefoprox XP with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefoprox XP cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Rarely Cefoprox XP can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Cefoprox XP without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Cefoprox XP is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.