Cefakind 250 MG Tablet

Cefakind 250 MG Tablet is used for the treatment of susceptible infections of the lower respiratory tract, otitis media, urinary tract, skin and soft tissue, bone and joint, sepsis and gonorrhoea. It is an antibiotic drug that a part of the class of medicines called cephalosporin.

This broad-spectrum antibiotic is useful in treating a wide variety of infections that are caused by bacteria. This medicine specifically used for the treatment of infections caused by staphylococci, group B streptococci, H. influenzae (type A and B), E. coli, Enterobacter, Salmonella, and Klebsiella.

It is used in the treatment of conditions such as acute or chronic bronchitis, tonsillitis, Lyme disease, Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, pneumonia, laryngitis, sinusitis and urinary tract infections. This drug is also used to treat bacterial infections of the throat, cervix, pelvis, urethra, skin, middle ear and nasal passage.

Cefakind 250 MG Tablet works by creating a hostile environment for the bacteria to survive. It damages the cell walls of bacteria, prevents the growth of bacteria and therefore eliminates the bacterial infection.

Cefakind 250 MG Tablet intervenes in the bacteria’s process of forming cell walls. The cell walls of the bacteria are essential for their survival. The bacterial cell walls protect the contents of the cell from leaking out. This antibiotic damages the bond that keeps the cell wall in one piece.

Therefore, Cefakind 250 MG Tablet causes holes to appear in the cell wall, making it impossible for the bacteria to survive. In this way, by destroying bacteria and inhibiting the reproduction of bacterial cells, the antibiotic is effective in eliminating bacterial infections.

The risk of side effects increases if you take this medication while suffering from conditions like liver disorders, kidney problems, heart conditions, allergies, gastrointestinal diseases, phenylketonuria and diarrhoea caused by Clostridium difficile.

Since it might lead to negative reactions for these patients, you should consult with your doctor before starting a prescription of Cefakind 250 MG Tablet, if you are a:

• Pregnant women
• Breastfeeding mother
• Children

You could have an allergic reaction from taking Cefakind 250 MG Tablet. An allergy to this anti-biotic will result in symptoms such as hives, rashes, swelling of the tongue, throat, face, hands or feet, itchiness and difficulty in breathing. If you experience any of these symptoms, you should discontinue the usage of this drug and contact a medical health professional immediately.

• Bacterial Infections

• Lower Respiratory Tract Infection

• Otitis Media (Infection Of Ear)

• Urinary Tract Infection

• Skin And Soft Tissue Infections

• Bone And Joint Infections

• Sepsis

• Gonorrhea And Associated Infections

• Allergy

  Cefakind 250 MG Tablet should not be used by the patient if he has a known history of allergy to medicines belonging to this medication or any other medication belonging to fluoroquinolones.

• Tendinitis Or Tendon Rupture

  Do not take this medication if you have a past history of tendinitis or tendon rupture after using Cefakind 250 MG Tablet.

• Myasthenia Gravis

  Avoid taking this medication if you have a past or family history of suffering from Myasthenia Gravis (weakness and rapid fatigue of muscles under voluntary control).

• Low Hemoglobin

• Liver Transaminases Increased

• Thrombophlebitis

• Anaphylaxis

• Dizziness

• Fever

• Headache

• Rash

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Diarrhoea

• Colitis

• Neutropenia

• Increased Creatinine Level In Blood

• Seizures

• Angioedema

• Cholestasis

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for a duration of 8 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of Cefakind 250 MG Tablet can be observed within 2 to 3 hours of administration of the dose.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women should not use this medication. Consult your doctor before using this medication. Potential benefits and risks involved should be given due consideration before administration.

• Is it habit forming?

  No, it does not contain habit forming tendencies.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Women who are breastfeeding should not use this medication as it can cause side effects for the baby. Consult your doctor before taking this medication. Avoid breastfeeding for about 3 to 4 hours to decrease the infant's risk exposure. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea, diaper rash is necessary.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consumption of alcohol with this medicine does not cause any harmful adverse effects.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  As this medicine is only prescribed to the patient who are hospitalized. Thus it is not relevant.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Only limited information is available regarding its use in patient with kidney disease. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medication.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Only limited information is available regarding its use in patient with liver disease. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Cefakind 250 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Forcef 250 MG Tablet

  Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd

• Cefactin 250 MG Tablet

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Ceroxim 250 MG Tablet

  Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

• Tuftil 250 MG Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Bid 250 MG Tablet

  Merck Consumer Health Care Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as you remember. A dose should be skipped if the time of the second scheduled dose is near.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Doctor consultation is recommended if an overdose is suspected. Immediate medical attention may be needed in such situation.

Belonging to the second generation cephalosporins, Cefakind 250 MG Tablet works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to the penicillin binding proteins which would inhibit the growth and multiplication of bacteria.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  This medication do not interact with alcohol. Doctor consultation is recommended.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Inform your doctor beforehand any of the pathological testing, as this medication leads to positive direct Coombs', false-positive urinary glucose test using cupric sulfate (Benedict's solution, Clinitest®, Fehling's solution), false-positive serum or urine creatinine with Jaffé reaction.

• Interaction with Medicine

  • This medication is known to interact with Amikacin, Chloramphenicol, Ethinyl Estradiol, Cholera Vaccine and Furosemide.
  • Increased effect: High-dose probenecid decreases the clearance
  • Increased toxicity: Aminoglycosides increase the nephrotoxic potential

• Interaction with Disease

  This medication should be used with caution in patients suffering from Gastrointestinal Disorders, Liver Disease, Seizure disorders and Impaired kidney function.

• Interaction with Food

  This medicine may be taken with food, however, bioavailability is increased with food.

• Ques : What is Cefakind 250 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Cefakind 250 MG Tablet is a medication which has Cefuroxime as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive. Cefakind 250 MG Tablet is used to treat conditions such as Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis, Acute Bacterial Otitis Media, Sinusitis, Bronchitis, etc.

• Ques : What are the uses of Cefakind 250 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Cefakind 250 MG Tablet is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis, Acute Bacterial Otitis Media, Sinusitis, Bronchitis, Skin and Structure Infection, and Cystitis. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat conditions like Pyelonephritis, Lyme disease, and Gonococcal Infection. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Cefakind 250 MG Tablet to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Cefakind 250 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Cefakind 250 MG Tablet is a medication which has some commonly reported side effects. These side effects may or may not occur always and some of them are rare but severe. This is not a complete list and if you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Here are some side effects of Cefakind 250 MG Tablet which are as follows: Diarrhea, Chills, Headache, Itching of vagina or genital area, Chest pain, Difficult or painful urination, Shortness of breath, Change in taste, Abdominal pain, and Acid or sour stomach. It is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Cefakind 250 MG Tablet.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Cefakind 250 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Cefakind 250 MG Tablet should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects. It is a prescribed medication.