Cifamed 250 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cifamed Information

Cifamed is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Cifamed have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Cifamed depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Cifamed have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Cifamed 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 Cifamed has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cifamed has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cifamed related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Jaundice, Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Cifamed since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cifamed are listed in the contraindications section below.

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

In addition to the above precautions for Cifamed, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Cifamed Benefits & Uses
Cifamed Dosage & How to Take
Cifamed Side Effects
Cifamed Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cifamed with Other Drugs
Cifamed Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cifamed
Cifamed Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cifamed Benefits & Uses

Cifamed is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Gonorrhea
Meningitis
Ear Infection
Blood Infection
Lyme disease

Other Benefits

Cifamed 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	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Meningitis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cifamed Related Warnings

Is the use of Cifamed safe for pregnant women?

Cifamed is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cifamed safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Cifamed as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Cifamed on the Kidneys?

Cifamed rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cifamed on the Liver?

Side effects of Cifamed rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cifamed on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Cifamed for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cifamed with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate

Leucovorin Calcium

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Amikacin

Cifamed Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Jaundice
Sexually transmitted diseases
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Syphilis

Frequently asked Questions about Cifamed

Is this Cifamed habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cifamed is addictive.

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

After taking Cifamed, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cifamed can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cifamed should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Cifamed for mental disorders.

No

Cifamed Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cifamed

Taking Cifamed with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cifamed

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cifamed and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cifamed

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Cifamed?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Cifamed can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I buy Cifamed over-the-counter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, you can not buy Cifamed over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Cifamed on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Discontinuing Cifamed in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cifamed help in preventing cold?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Cifamed does not help in preventing cold, because a common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cifamed with azithromycin?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Avoid taking Cifamed with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.