Ceftas 200 MG Tablet

Ceftas 200 MG Tablet is used to treat infections such as bronchitis (infection of the air tubes to the lungs), gonorrhea (a sexually transmitted disease) and infections of ear, throat, tonsils etc. This medication also treats the common cold and urinary tract infections.

This medicine only treats bacterial infections and doesn’t work for viral infections like flu. It works as an antibiotic by stopping the growth of bacteria and also killing it. Ceftas 200 MG Tablet usually taken at intervals of 12 or 24 hours. It should be taken at the same time every day. If you miss a dose, it’s better to skip that dose if it’s already too late. Overdosing can cause harmful effects in your body.

It is important to check all the ingredients before the medication. It can help you avoid having allergic reactions later in case you are allergic to any of the ingredients. This medication can be harmful to pregnant women. Hence if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant soon, don’t take Ceftas 200 MG Tablet.

It is best to get approval from the doctor regarding the safety of this medication. Thus notify you doctor if you are:

• Taking any prescribed drugs or dietary supplements.
• Having any history of liver disease or kidney problems.

This medication can cause certain side effects too. Some common side effects are: diarrhea, stomach pain, gas, heartburn, nausea and vomiting. These side effects usually go away on their own. But if these symptoms are severe, you should take medical help.

However, some side effects can be serious and calls for immediate medical attention. These are : stomach cramps, rash, itching, hives, difficulty in breathing, wheezing, swelling of face, tongue throat etc. Ceftas 200 MG Tablet should be stored in a tightly closed container. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat. Keep them out of the reach of children.

After acute overdose, most agents cause only nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, although neuromuscular hypersensitivity and seizures are possible, especially in patients with renal insufficiency; many beta-lactam antibiotics have the potential to cause neuromuscular hyperirritability or seizures.

Hemodialysis may be helpful to aid in the removal of the drug from the blood but not usually indicated, otherwise most treatment is supportive or symptom directed following GI decontamination.

Take as directed, at regular intervals around-the-clock (with or without food). Chilling oral suspension improves flavor (do not freeze). Complete full course of medication, even if you feel better.

Drink 2-3 L fluid/day. If diarrhea occurs, yogurt or buttermilk may help. May cause false-positive test with Clinitest®; use another form of testing. May interfere with oral contraceptives; additional contraceptive measures are necessary.

• Urinary Tract Infection

• Skin And Structure Infection

• Respiratory Tract Infection

• Otitis Media (Infection Of Ear)

• Gonococcal Infection

• Allergy

• Calcium-containing products

• Black Or Tarry Stools

• Abdominal Pain

• Dizziness

• Change In Taste

• Diarrhoea

• Stomach Pain

• Heartburn

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Swelling Of Face, Lips, Eyelids, Tongue, Hands And Feet

• Acid Or Sour Stomach

• Sore Throat

• How long is the duration of effect?

  It is excreted in urine and feces and the effect lasts for a duration of up to 20 to 36 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 2 to 3 hours of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Limited data is available on the use of this medicine in pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine can be taken by women who are breastfeeding. Small amounts of medicine are excreted through human breast milk. Monitoring of undesired effects like diarrhea and thrush is necessary.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution must be taken in patient with kidney disease. Dose adjustment is needed in case of renal impairment.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Caution must be taken in a patient with liver disease. Dose adjustment is needed in case of Liver impairment. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medication.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine does not cause any harmful side effects.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine usually does not affect the patients ability to drive.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Ceftas 200 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Orfix 200 MG Tablet

  Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Taxim O 200 MG Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Zimnic 200 MG Tablet

  Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd

• Abixim 200 MG Tablet

  Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd

• Brutacef 200 MG Tablet

  Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

The medication belongs to the third generation cephalosporins. It works as a bactericidal by binding to the penicillin-binding proteins and inhibits the bacterial cell wall synthesis.

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

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  It may influence the result of following lab tests: Positive direct Coombs', false-positive urinary glucose test using cupric sulfate, false-positive serum or urine creatinine with Jaffé reaction.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Cholera Vaccine

  Avoid cholera vaccine if the patient has taken Cefixime within 14 days before vaccination. Usage of other antibiotics and vaccines should be reported to the doctor.

  Cholera Vaccine

  Avoid cholera vaccine if the patient has taken Cefixime within 14 days before vaccination. Usage of other antibiotics and vaccines should be reported to the doctor.

  Ethinyl Estradiol

  The desired effect of contraceptive pills will not be achieved if these medicines are taken together. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

  Amikacin

  You may experience nausea or vomiting, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain, and fluid retention if these medicines are taken together. This interaction is more likely to occur if you have a kidney disease. Regular kidney function tests are to be performed and appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the medicine should be made under the doctor's supervision.

• Interaction with Disease

  Colitis

  Avoid taking this medicine if it leads to severe diarrhea, abdominal pain or blood in stools. Inform the doctor if you have any gastrointestinal diseases. Drink adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration.

  Colitis

  Avoid taking this medicine if it leads to severe diarrhea, abdominal pain or blood in stools. Inform the doctor if you have any gastrointestinal diseases. Drink adequate amount of water to prevent dehydration.

• Interaction with Food

  It may be administered with food, however, delay in absorption is observed.

• Ques : What is Ceftas 200 mg tablet?

  Ans : Ceftas 200 mg is a medication which has Cefixime as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering.

• Ques : What are the uses of Ceftas 200 mg tablet?

  Ans : Ceftas tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Urinary Tract Infection and Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Ceftas 200 mg tablet?

  Ans : Abdominal pain, Dark or clay-colored stools, Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet, Dizziness, Acid or sour stomach, Excessive air or gas in the stomach, Heartburn, etc are possible side effects.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Ceftas 200 mg tablet?

  Ans : Store Ceftas in a cool dry place and keep it in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store this medication out of sight and reach of children. Unused medicines should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Ceftas 200 MG Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : It takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Ceftas 200 MG Tablet?

  Ans : It should not be used if you have conditions such as anaphylactic shock, etc.

• Ques : Is Ceftas 200 MG Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Ques : Will Ceftas 200 MG Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose can lead to increased chances of side effects.

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