Cetil 500 MG Tablet

This medication is an antibiotic drug. It a part of the class of medicines called cephalosporin. It works by creating a hostile environment for the bacteria to survive. This medication damages the cell walls of bacteria prevents the growth of bacteria. Therefore, eliminates the bacterial infection.

This broad-spectrum antibiotic is useful in treating a wide variety of infections that are caused by bacteria acute or chronic bronchitis, tonsillitis, Lyme disease. Apart from this, 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.

Some of the major side effects that could occur are severe stomachaches, mood swings, fatigue, jaundiced eyes or skin, yeast infection, inflammation of the bowels, bloody stools and dark urine. An allergy to this anti-biotic will result in symptoms such as

• Hives
• Rashes
• Swelling of the tongue
• Throat, face, hands or feet, itchiness
• Difficulty in breathing

• Bronchitis

• Sinusitis

• Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis

• Ear Infection (Otitis Media)

• Gonorrhea And Associated Infections

• Urinary Tract Infection

• Allergy

• Tendinitis Or Tendon Rupture

• Diarrhoea

• Abdominal Pain

• Fever

• Redness Of Skin

• Change In Taste

• Headache

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Constipation

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect lasts for a duration of 24 to 32 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medication can be observed within 1 to 2 hours of administration of the dose.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must consult doctor before consuming this medication.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women must not use this medication without consulting to the doctor.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Cetil 500 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Novacef 500 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Cefasyn 500 MG Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Oratil 500 MG Tablet

  Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd

• Ceftum 500 MG Tablet

  Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Cefblast 500 MG Tablet

  Unichem Laboratories Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose should be taken as soon possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

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

This medication belongs to the second generation cephalosporins. It 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

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  This medication reacts with R)-warfarin, (S)-Warfarin, 4-hydroxycoumarin, Abacavir, Abciximab, Acetaminophen, etc.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  This medication interacts with Gastrointestinal Disorders, Liver Disease, Seizure disorders, Impaired kidney function.

• Ques : What is cetil 500 mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication belongs to the class of drugs knowns as Antibiotics, which is prescribed to the patients having Pharyngitis/tonsillitis and Pneumoniae. It contains Cefuroxime as an active ingredient. Cetil helps lower the risk of lung and stomach infections.

• Ques : What are the uses of cetil 500 mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of Cystitis, Bronchitis and Lyme diseases. It helps to reduce the Gonococcal infection that is transmitted sexually. This medication controls bladder infections and Enterococci.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of cetil 500 mg tablet?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of this medication. These include diarrhea, vaginal itching, headache, abdominal pain, acidity, dizziness, chest pain and breath shortness.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal cetil 500 mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.