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Ceforim is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Ceforim has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ceforim. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ceforim as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ceforim go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Ceforim has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ceforim has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ceforim related warnings section.
The section on Ceforim contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Ceforim have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ceforim is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ceforim is used to treat the following -
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(Male) |
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| Geriatric |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ceforim is used -
Is the use of Ceforim safe for pregnant women?
Ceforim is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Ceforim safe during breastfeeding?
Ceforim is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceforim on the Kidneys?
Ceforim rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ceforim on the Liver?
Using Ceforim does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ceforim on the Heart?
You can take Ceforim without any fear of damage to the heart.
Ceforim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ceforim unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceforim habit forming or addictive?
Ceforim does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ceforim. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ceforim is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ceforim in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ceforim
Taking Ceforim with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceforim
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ceforim and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Ceforim can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.
Yes, Ceforim covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Ceforim.
The dosage of Ceforim may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
Yes, Ceforim can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.
Yes, Ceforim can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312
