Widcef

 175 people have bought this recently
1 Injection in 1 Packet Out of Stock
₹ 196
1 INJECTION 1 Packet ₹ 196
  • Out of Stock

  • Manufactured by:
  • Contains / Salt: Cefuroxime (1.5 gm)
  • Free Shipping Available
     

Widcef Information

Widcef is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection, Tablet. The alternative uses of Widcef have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Widcef is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Widcef as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Widcef 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 Widcef has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Widcef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

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

Drug interactions for Widcef have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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



Widcef Benefits & Uses

Widcef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Widcef 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: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Septic Arthritis (SA)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 8 hourly
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Widcef Side Effects

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

Widcef Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Widcef safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Widcef without worrying about any side effects.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Widcef safe during breastfeeding?


    Widcef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

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


    Widcef rarely affects the kidneys.

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


    Widcef does not damage the liver.

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


    Widcef is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Widcef with Other Drugs

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



Widcef Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Widcef

  • Is this Widcef habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Widcef has not been reported.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


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

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


    No, Widcef is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Widcef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Widcef


    Taking Widcef with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Widcef


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Widcef.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Widcef

Question about 4 years ago

Does Widcef treat gonorrhea?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Widcef can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae which provides relief to the patient from fever, painful urination and abnormal discharge from reproductive organs (penis or vagina).

Question over 4 years ago

Does Widcef cause weight loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 3 years ago

Can I take Widcef with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Widcef can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Widcef along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses. 

Question almost 4 years ago

Can Widcef treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Widcef can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Widcef contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Widcef 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.



See all substitutes for Widcef


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



In stock alternatives of Widcef (based on Cefuroxime (1.5 gm))

Ceroxim 500 Tablet
Ceroxim 500 Tablet 4 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹411 ₹4294% off
Ceroxim 500 Mg Tablet
Ceroxim 500 Mg Tablet 10 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹376 ₹3913% off
Forcef 500 Tablet
Forcef 500 Tablet 10 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹475 ₹4953% off
Cefakind 500 Mg Tablet
Cefakind 500 Mg Tablet 10 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹364 ₹3804% off
Ceftum 250 Tablet
Ceftum 250 Tablet 4 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹243 ₹2544% off
Ceftum 500 Tablet
Ceftum 500 Tablet 4 Tablet in 1 Strip ₹455 ₹4743% off


You may also like

Azee 500 Mg Injection
Azee 500 Mg Injection 1 Injection in 1 Packet ₹200 ₹2105% off
Azithral Injection (1)
Azithral Injection (1) 1 Injection in 1 Packet ₹203 ₹2145% off
Taxim 1000 Injection
Taxim 1000 Injection 1 Injection in 1 Packet ₹35 ₹387% off
Monocef 1gm Injection
Monocef 1gm Injection 1 Injection in 1 Packet ₹56 ₹595% off
Augmentin 1.2 Injection
Augmentin 1.2 Injection 1 Injection in 1 Packet ₹134 ₹1404% off
Dalacin C 600 Injection 4 Ml
Dalacin C 600 Injection 4 Ml 1 Injection in 1 Packet ₹294 ₹3105% off


₹196
1 Injection in 1 Packet