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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 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?

Using Cefoprox XP does not have any harmful effects on 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?

Forming a habit of Cefoprox XP has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cefoprox XP only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Cefoprox XP for mental disorders.

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 about 5 years ago

Is Cefoprox XP safe to use?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefoprox XP is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Cefoprox XP?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Do not self-administer Cefoprox XP. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Cefoprox XP?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cefoprox XP is a brand name for ceftriaxone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Cefoprox XP work?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Cefoprox XP works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Cefoprox XP cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally Cefoprox XP can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.