Edicef 200mg Tablet
Rs.168for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Edicef Tablet
alcohol interaction for Edicef Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Edicef Tablet
lactation interaction for Edicef Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Edicef 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Consuming alcohol with Edicef 200mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Edicef 200mg 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Edicef 200mg 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 Edicef 200mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Avoid prolonged use of Edicef 200mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Edicef 200mg Tablet
Cefotaxime(200mg)
Edicef tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
How edicef tablet works
Edicef 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Common side effects of edicef tablet
Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Low blood platelets, Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction, Convulsion, Urticaria, Increased creatinine level in blood, Erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Nausea, Vomiting, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Hypersensitivity, Gastrointestinal disorder, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Positive Coombs test, Yeast infections, Vaginal inflammation, Increased aspartate aminotransferase, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Increased lactate dehydrogenase level in blood, Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood, Increased blood urea nitrogen, Hemolytic anemia, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Pseudomembranous colitis, Interstitial nephritis, Red spots or bumps, Dizziness
SUBSTITUTES FOR Edicef Tablet
3 Substitutes
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Expert advice FOR Edicef Tablet
- Your doctor has prescribed Cefotaxime 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 harder to treat.
- Discontinue Cefotaxime and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- 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.
Frequently asked questions FOR Edicef 200mg Tablet
Cefotaxime
Q. Is Edicef 200mg Tablet the same as penicillin?
No, Edicef 200mg Tablet is not the same as penicillin. Edicef 200mg Tablet belongs to the third generation class of cephalosporins. Edicef 200mg Tablet is active against numerous gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including several with resistance to other antibiotics such as penicillin.
Q. What kind of infections does Edicef 200mg Tablet treat?
Edicef 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat conditions such as lower respiratory tract infections (related to the lungs, windpipe and airways), skin and skin structure infections, urinary tract infections, pelvic inflammatory disease, bacterial septicemia, bone and joint infections, and meningitis (brain related).
Q. Can the use of Edicef 200mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Edicef 200mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Edicef 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.