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

Cefumex 250 Tablet Information

Cefumex 250 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Cefumex 250 Tablet have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Cefumex 250 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefumex 250 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefumex 250 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Cefumex 250 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cefumex 250 Tablet related warnings talks about Cefumex 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Additionally, Cefumex 250 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Cefumex 250 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cefumex 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefumex 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

Cefumex 250 Tablet Related Warnings

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

There are no side effects of Cefumex in pregnant women.

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

Cefumex does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

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

Cefumex has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

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

Cefumex is not harmful for the liver.

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

You can take Cefumex without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Cefumex 250 Tablet Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Cefumex 250 Tablet

Is this Cefumex 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Cefumex 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 Cefumex 250 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Cefumex 250 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

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

No

Cefumex 250 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefumex 250 Tablet

It is safe to take Cefumex 250 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefumex 250 Tablet

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefumex 250 Tablet

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefumex cover enterococcus?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefumex does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Cefumex. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cefumex without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Cefumex is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cefumex affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Cefumex 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 almost 5 years ago

Can Cefumex cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefumex can cause nausea and vomiting, but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.

Question about 4 years ago

Can Cefumex treat pneumonia?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Cefumex can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.