Kefstar

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Kefstar Information

Kefstar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Kefstar also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Kefstar is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Kefstar have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Kefstar are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Kefstar is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Kefstar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Kefstar related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Kefstar have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Kefstar may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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



Kefstar Benefits & Uses

Kefstar is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Kefstar 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


Kefstar Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kefstar is used -

Kefstar Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Kefstar safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Kefstar safely.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Kefstar safe during breastfeeding?


    Kefstar does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Kefstar on the Kidneys?


    Kefstar has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Kefstar on the Liver?


    Kefstar is not harmful for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Kefstar on the Heart?


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Kefstar with Other Drugs

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



Kefstar Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Kefstar

  • Is this Kefstar habit forming or addictive?


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

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


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Kefstar can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Kefstar only on doctor's advice.

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


    Kefstar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Kefstar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Kefstar


    Taking Kefstar with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Kefstar


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Kefstar

Question over 4 years ago

Does Kefstar cause weight loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Kefstar 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 Kefstar is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly. 

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Kefstar contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Kefstar 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.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Kefstar?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Kefstar is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Kefstar cover MRSA infections?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Kefstar does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Kefstar.

Question almost 4 years ago

Does Kefstar help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Kefstar can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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



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