Futum 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Futum 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Futum 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Futum 500 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

Futum 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Futum 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Futum is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Futum 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Futum is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Futum 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Futum rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Futum 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Futum does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Futum 500 Tablet on the Heart?

Futum is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Futum 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Futum 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Futum 500 Tablet

Is this Futum 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Futum 500 Tablet.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Futum 500 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Futum 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Futum 500 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Futum 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Futum 500 Tablet

It is safe to take Futum 500 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Futum 500 Tablet

Information about the interaction of Futum 500 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Futum 500 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Is Futum safe to use?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Futum is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Futum a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Futum 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Futum on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Futum 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Futum cover enterococcus?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Futum cause nausea and vomiting?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Futum 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.