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Cefoxim La is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefoxim La have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Cefoxim La depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Cefoxim La side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefoxim La are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cefoxim La has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cefoxim La has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefoxim La related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Cefoxim La have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Cefoxim La may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefoxim La is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cefoxim La 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 Cefoxim La is used -
Is the use of Cefoxim La safe for pregnant women?
Cefoxim La is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Cefoxim La safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefoxim La.
What is the effect of Cefoxim La on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cefoxim La on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cefoxim La on the Liver?
Cefoxim La is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefoxim La on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cefoxim La for the heart.
Cefoxim La 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 Cefoxim La unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefoxim La habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cefoxim La.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cefoxim La as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefoxim La only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefoxim La cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cefoxim La
You can take Cefoxim La with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefoxim La
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefoxim La with alcohol.
Yes, Cefoxim La 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, Cefoxim La 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.
Yes, Cefoxim La can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.
No, Cefoxim La does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Cefoxim La.
Yes, Cefoxim La can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Cefoxim La along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
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
