Ceftal

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Ceftal Information

Ceftal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Meningitis. Ceftal also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Ceftal is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ceftal as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ceftal 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 Ceftal has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ceftal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Ceftal is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ceftal contraindications section.

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

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



Ceftal Benefits & Uses

Ceftal is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Ceftal 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


Ceftal Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ceftal is used -

Severe

Moderate

  • Colitis
  • Vaginal inflammation

Mild

Ceftal Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ceftal safe for pregnant women?


    Ceftal is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Ceftal safe during breastfeeding?


    Ceftal does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Ceftal on the Kidneys?


    Ceftal rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Ceftal on the Liver?


    There are no any side effects of Ceftal on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Ceftal on the Heart?


    Using Ceftal does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Ceftal with Other Drugs

Ceftal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Ceftal Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Ceftal

  • Is this Ceftal habit forming or addictive?


    Ceftal does not cause addiction.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Ceftal only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Ceftal cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Ceftal Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ceftal


    It is safe to take Ceftal with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftal


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ceftal.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Ceftal

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Ceftal contain penicillin?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Ceftal 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Ceftal cover anaerobes?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Yes, Ceftal covers anaerobes. It is effective against some of the anaerobic bacteria such as Bacteroides spp, Clostridium spp, Fusobacterium spp, Peptococcus spp, and Peptostreptococcus spp. 

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Ceftal?

Take Ceftal as long as your doctor has prescribed you to take it depending upon the severity of the infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Ceftal with paracetamol?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Ceftal can be taken with paracetamol. 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 and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Ceftal work?

Ceftal is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. 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. Ceftal is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenza, Staphylococcus aureus, and Staphylococcus pneumonia.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Claforan® (cefotaxime)



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