Barcef S

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  • Contains / Salt: Cefuroxime (1.5 gm)
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Barcef S Information

Barcef S is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Other than this, Barcef S has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Barcef S. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Barcef S side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Barcef S 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.

Barcef S's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Barcef S related warnings talks about Barcef S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Barcef S are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Barcef S with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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



Barcef S Benefits & Uses

Barcef S is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Barcef S 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


Barcef S Side Effects

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

Barcef S Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Barcef S safe for pregnant women?


    Barcef S is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Barcef S safe during breastfeeding?


    Barcef S is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Barcef S on the Kidneys?


    Barcef S may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Barcef S on the Liver?


    Barcef S is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Barcef S on the Heart?


    Barcef S is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Barcef S with Other Drugs

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



Barcef S Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Barcef S

  • Is this Barcef S habit forming or addictive?


    Barcef S does not cause addiction.

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


    After taking Barcef S you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Barcef S should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Barcef S cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Barcef S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Barcef S


    It is safe to take Barcef S with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Barcef S


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Barcef S with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Barcef S

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Barcef S contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Barcef S 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

How to take Barcef S?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Barcef S may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Barcef S cause diarrhoea?

Yes, Barcef S 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.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Barcef S?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Barcef S 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 over 4 years ago

Does Barcef S cause weight loss?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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



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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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