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Ceftalin O 500 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Ceftalin O 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Ceftalin O 500 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Ceftalin O 500 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ceftalin O 500 Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ceftalin O 500 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Ceftalin O 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ceftalin O 500 Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Ceftalin O 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Ceftalin O 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Ceftalin O 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ceftalin O 500 Tablet 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 Ceftalin O 500 Tablet is used -
Is the use of Ceftalin O 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Ceftalin O is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Ceftalin O 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Ceftalin O is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceftalin O 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ceftalin O on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ceftalin O 500 Tablet on the Liver?
Ceftalin O is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Ceftalin O 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Ceftalin O is completely safe for the heart.
Ceftalin O 500 Tablet 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 Ceftalin O 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceftalin O 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ceftalin O 500 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ceftalin O 500 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Ceftalin O 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ceftalin O 500 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ceftalin O 500 Tablet
Taking Ceftalin O 500 Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceftalin O 500 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ceftalin O 500 Tablet.
No, Ceftalin O 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.
Yes, Ceftalin O 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, Ceftalin O can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.
Yes, Ceftalin O can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Ceftalin O along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Discontinuing Ceftalin O on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
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
