Cfuro Sb is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Cfuro Sb have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cfuro Sb. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Cfuro Sb side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cfuro Sb go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cfuro Sb has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cfuro Sb related warnings talks about Cfuro Sb's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cfuro Sb can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cfuro Sb in conditions like Kidney Disease, Jaundice, Liver Disease. The section on Cfuro Sb contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Cfuro Sb may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cfuro Sb is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cfuro Sb 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Cfuro Sb safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cfuro SB in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cfuro Sb safe during breastfeeding?
Cfuro SB is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cfuro Sb on the Kidneys?
Cfuro SB rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cfuro Sb on the Liver?
Cfuro SB is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cfuro Sb on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cfuro SB for the heart.
Cfuro Sb should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cfuro Sb unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cfuro Sb habit forming or addictive?
Cfuro Sb is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Cfuro Sb
Some foods when eaten with Cfuro Sb can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cfuro Sb
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cfuro Sb.
No, Cfuro SB does not penicillin. 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.
No, Cfuro SB 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.
No, Cfuro SB does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Cfuro SB.
Discontinuing Cfuro SB 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.
Cfuro SB 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.
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