Cefup

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  • Manufactured by: Sanat Products Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Cefotaxime (500 mg) + Sulbactam (250 mg)

Cefup Information

Cefup, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Meningitis, Bacterial Infections, Skin Infections. Other than this, Cefup has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Cefup depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cefup 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefup is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Cefup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Cefup is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Kidney Disease, Jaundice as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Cefup contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

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



Cefup Benefits & Uses

Cefup is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Cefup 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

Cefup Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cefup safe for pregnant women?


    Cefup is safe to take during pregnancy.

  • Is the use of Cefup safe during breastfeeding?


    Cefup does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

  • What is the effect of Cefup on the Kidneys?


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

  • What is the effect of Cefup on the Liver?


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

  • What is the effect of Cefup on the Heart?


    Using Cefup does not have any harmful effects on the heart.



Severe Interaction of Cefup with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Cefup Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Cefup

  • Is this Cefup habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Cefup.

Cefup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cefup


    Taking Cefup with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cefup


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



Frequently asked Questions about Cefup

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Cefup cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes Cefup can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. This condition arises due to an imbalance in the gut flora. Generally, most of the antibiotics kill colonies of "good" as well as "bad bacteria" resulting in the imbalance of microbes causing diarrhea. You are recommended to avoid heavy and spicy meals along with the intake of this medicine. Also, keep yourself hydrated and take ample rest in case of mild diarrhea. If you have severe diarrhea consult with your doctor instantly he/she will prescribe you medicines to stop stool output. After you have completely recovered from diarrhea you can choose to have a "probiotic" to ensure the re-growth of good bacteria in your gut. 

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cefup cause weight loss?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, [Medicine} 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 Cefup is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Cefup bacteriostatic or bactericidal?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Cefup is bactericidal that means it kills the bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). In the absence of a cell wall, the bacteria die.​

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefup with paracetamol?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yes, Cefup can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Cefup safe to use?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefup is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as fever, rash, diarrhoea, and itching. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Claforan® (cefotaxime)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; UNASYN® (ampicillin sodium/sulbactam sodium)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 725

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 160-162

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