Cefrotux 250 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefrotux 250 Tablet Information

Cefrotux 250 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefrotux 250 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Cefrotux 250 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefrotux 250 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Cefrotux 250 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefrotux 250 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Cefrotux 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefrotux 250 Tablet related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefrotux 250 Tablet contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Cefrotux 250 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefrotux 250 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Cefrotux Benefits & Uses
Cefrotux Dosage & How to Take
Cefrotux Side Effects
Cefrotux Related Warnings
Cefrotux Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cefrotux
Cefrotux Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefrotux 250 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cefrotux 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefrotux 250 Tablet 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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefrotux 250 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefrotux 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Cefrotux is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Cefrotux 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefrotux.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefrotux 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Cefrotux rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefrotux 250 Tablet on the Liver?

Cefrotux does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefrotux 250 Tablet on the Heart?

Cefrotux is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Cefrotux 250 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefrotux 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefrotux 250 Tablet

Is this Cefrotux 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Cefrotux 250 Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cefrotux 250 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cefrotux 250 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Cefrotux 250 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cefrotux 250 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefrotux 250 Tablet

Taking Cefrotux 250 Tablet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefrotux 250 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefrotux 250 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefrotux 250 Tablet

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cefrotux affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Cefrotux 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Cefrotux a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefrotux is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Cefrotux safe to use?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefrotux is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cefrotux affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefrotux might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).

Question over 5 years ago

What is Cefrotux?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Cefrotux is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.