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Ceforal 500 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Ceforal 500 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Ceforal 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Ceforal 500 Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ceforal 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ceforal 500 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Ceforal 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Ceforal 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Ceforal 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Ceforal 500 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ceforal 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ceforal 500 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ceforal 500 Tablet 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ceforal 500 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ceforal 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Ceforal in pregnant women.
Is the use of Ceforal 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Ceforal.
What is the effect of Ceforal 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ceforal has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ceforal 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Using Ceforal does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ceforal 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Ceforal does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Ceforal 500 Tablet 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 Ceforal 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceforal 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ceforal 500 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Ceforal 500 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ceforal 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ceforal 500 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ceforal 500 Tablet
Taking Ceforal 500 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceforal 500 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Ceforal 500 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Ceforal does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Ceforal. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Pseudomonas species.
Yes, Ceforal might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, Ceforal can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae.
No, Ceforal does not contain penicillin or sulfa. It contains cefalexin which belongs to the class of drug known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
No, Ceforal is not recommended for the tooth infection. Hence, it should not be taken for the treatment of tooth infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300