Cefasom

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Cefasom Information



Cefasom Benefits & Uses

Cefasom is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefasom 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


Cefasom Side Effects

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

Cefasom Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cefasom safe for pregnant women?


    There are no side effects of Cefasom in pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Cefasom safe during breastfeeding?


    Cefasom is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

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


    Cefasom may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

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


    There are no any side effects of Cefasom on the liver.

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


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Cefasom with Other Drugs

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



Cefasom Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Cefasom

  • Is this Cefasom habit forming or addictive?


    Cefasom is not addictive in nature.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Cefasom is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    Cefasom is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Cefasom Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cefasom


    It is safe to take Cefasom with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cefasom


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Cefasom

Question almost 4 years ago

Can Cefasom treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Cefasom?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Cefasom 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cefasom without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Cefasom is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefasom contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefasom 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 Cefasom?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Cefasom 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.



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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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