Manufacturer: Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
Salt Composition : Cefuroxime(500mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Cefoxim 500 Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.
Cefoxim 500 tablet works by stopping bacterial cell wall synthesis; the absence of bacterial cell wall results in the death of bacteria
Cefoxim 500 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, throat, nasal sinus, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cefoxim
Rash
Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Increased liver enzymes
Nausea
Diarrhea
If you are allergic to cefuroxime or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
If you have a history of a severe allergic reaction to Penicillin, Monobactams, Carbapenems, or other Beta-Lactam antibiotics.
Cefoxim 500 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Consuming alcohol with Cefoxim 500 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Cefoxim 500 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Avoid prolonged use of Cefoxim 500 Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Cefoxim 500 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, throat, nasal sinus, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions. Concomitant use of Cefoxim 500 tablet along with contraceptive pills may cause the failure of contraceptive pills (OC pills)
Do not chew, crush or break it. Cefoxim 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Avoid Cefoxim 500 Tablet with dietary sodium.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Cefoxim 500 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Cefoxim 500 Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Discontinue Cefoxim 500 Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cefoxim 500 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Avoid Cefoxim 500 Tablet with dietary sodium.
Q. How long does Cefoxim 500 Tablet take to work?
The amount of time Cefoxim 500 Tablet takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it but for maximum effect it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.
Q. How long should you take Cefoxim 500 Tablet?
The duration of therapy with Cefoxim 500 Tablet depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.
Q. Can Cefoxim 500 Tablet be taken on an empty stomach?
No, Cefoxim 500 Tablet should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Cefoxim 500 Tablet with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.
Q. Can Cefoxim 500 Tablet treat UTI?
Yes, Cefoxim 500 Tablet can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.
Q. How long does Cefoxim 500 Tablet take to work?
The amount of time Cefoxim 500 Tablet takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it, but for maximum effect, it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.
Q. How long should you take Cefoxim 500 Tablet?
The duration of therapy with Cefoxim 500 Tablet depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.
Q. Can Cefoxim 500 Tablet be taken on an empty stomach?
No, Cefoxim 500 Tablet should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Cefoxim 500 Tablet with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.
Q. Can Cefoxim 500 Tablet treat UTI?
Yes, Cefoxim 500 Tablet can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.
