Ceftum 250 MG Tablet

Ceftum 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.

Ceftum 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.

Ceftum 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, Ceftum 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 Ceftum 250 MG Tablet, if you are a:

• Pregnant women
• Breastfeeding mother
• Children

You could have an allergic reaction from taking Ceftum 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

• Tendinitis Or Tendon Rupture

• Myasthenia Gravis

• Diarrhoea

• Abdominal Pain

• Confusion

• Fever

• Redness Of Skin

• Headache

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Low Hemoglobin

• Liver Transaminases Increased

• Thrombophlebitis

• Anaphylaxis

• Dizziness

• 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 this medicine 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.

• 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 Ceftum 250 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Novacef 250 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Cefasyn 250 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Tuftil 250 MG Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Cefadur Ca 250 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Ceroxitum 250 MG Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as you remember.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Doctor consultation is recommended if an overdose is suspected.

Belonging to the second generation cephalosporins, the drug 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

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  • 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 Ceftum 250 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Ceftum 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 enestial for their development.

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

  Ans : Ceftum 250 MG 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.

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

  Ans : Diarrhea, Chills, Headache, Chest pain, Difficult or painful urination, Shortness of breath, Change in taste, Abdominal pain, and Acid or sour stomach are possible side-effects.

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

  Ans : Ceftum should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Ques : Should I use Ceftum 250 MG Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : Taking this medication with the food will be much beneficial than using it on an empty stomach, as the mechanism of the medication requires nutrients to carry out the reaction.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Ceftum 250 MG Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : The time taken by this medication to improve your health is unknown.

• Ques : Is there any food or drink I need to avoid?

  Ans : The diet should be normal, there is nothing as such to avoid.

• Ques : Will Ceftum 250 MG Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : Please follow the doses of the medication, as prescribed by your doctor.