Cefpil 500 Tablet

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Cefpil 500 Tablet Information

Cefpil 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Cefpil 500 Tablet have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefpil 500 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefpil 500 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cefpil 500 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Cefpil 500 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cefpil 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefpil 500 Tablet related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefpil 500 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Cefpil 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefpil 500 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Cefpil 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cefpil 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefpil 500 Tablet 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

Cefpil 500 Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cefpil 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Cefpil safely.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Cefpil 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Cefpil does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cefpil 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Cefpil on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Cefpil 500 Tablet on the Liver?


    Using Cefpil does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Cefpil 500 Tablet on the Heart?


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

    Safe


Cefpil 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefpil 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Cefpil 500 Tablet

  • Is this Cefpil 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Cefpil 500 Tablet has not been reported.

    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 Cefpil 500 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Cefpil 500 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Cefpil 500 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Cefpil 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cefpil 500 Tablet


    It is safe to take Cefpil 500 Tablet with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cefpil 500 Tablet


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefpil 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Cefpil 500 Tablet

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cefpil without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Cefpil 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 about 4 years ago

Is Cefpil a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefpil is not a sulfa drug. 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 almost 4 years ago

Does Cefpil help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefpil 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Cefpil on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Cefpil on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question about 4 years ago

Does Cefpil treat gonorrhea?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefpil 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).



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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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