Forum is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Forum have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Forum is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Forum have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Forum go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Forum's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Forum's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Forum related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Forum contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Forum have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Forum is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Forum 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 |
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Geriatric |
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Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Forum safe for pregnant women?
Forum is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Forum safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Forum.
What is the effect of Forum on the Kidneys?
Forum rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Forum on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Forum on the liver.
What is the effect of Forum on the Heart?
Using Forum does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Forum 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 Forum unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Forum habit forming or addictive?
Forum is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Forum you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Forum only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Forum in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Forum
Taking Forum with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Forum
Information about the interaction of Forum and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Forum does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Forum. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
Yes, Forum can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Discontinuing Forum 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.
Yes, Forum has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Forum does not cause weight loss, weight loss has rarely been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Forum is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
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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