Cefum Benefits & Uses

Cefum is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefum 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (1000mg) + Sulbactam (500mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Generally dose are given in 1:1 ratio
Adult	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used
Geriatric	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 3000 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefoperazone (2000mg) + Sulbactam (1000mg), generally 1:1 ratio doses are used

Cefum Side Effects

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

Common

Diarrhoea
Stomach Upset

Cefum Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefum safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Cefum without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Cefum safe during breastfeeding?

Cefum does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefum on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Cefum. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefum on the Liver?

Side effects of Cefum on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cefum on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Cefum on the heart, information on safety of Cefum for the heart is unavailable.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Cefum with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Furosemide

Gentamicin

Warfarin

Unknown

Probenecid

Cefum Contraindications

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

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cefum

Is this Cefum habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cefum.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Cefum since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Cefum 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?

Cefum is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cefum Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefum

You can take Cefum with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefum

Taking Cefum with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe