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Cefortal, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Other than this, Cefortal has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefortal. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Cefortal include Diarrhoea, Stomach Upset. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefortal can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cefortal 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefortal is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cefortal related warnings talks about Cefortal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cefortal can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cefortal in conditions like Allergy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefortal contraindications section.
Additionally, Cefortal may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefortal, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cefortal is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Cefortal safe for pregnant women?
Cefortal is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefortal safe during breastfeeding?
Cefortal is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefortal on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Cefortal. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Cefortal on the Liver?
So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Cefortal on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Cefortal will affect the liver or not.
What is the effect of Cefortal on the Heart?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Cefortal on the heart, information on safety of Cefortal for the heart is unavailable.
Cefortal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Unknown
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefortal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefortal habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cefortal is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cefortal as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefortal only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefortal cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cefortal
Taking Cefortal with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefortal
Consuming Cefortal with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cefobid® (sterile cefoperazone)
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