Cefetamet
About Cefetamet
Cefetamet, a cephalosporin antibiotic, is used to treat the bacteria present in the body. It is usually prescribed for the treatment of infections.
Apart from the benefits, there are a few side effects of this medicine. Possible side effects include diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Inform your doctor or health care provider if your condition worsens. There are few side effects which may occur very rarely, but are serious. These side effects include gastralgia, pyrosis, increase in bilirubin level, rash, weakness, fatigue, vertigo, conjunctivitis and fever. It is advised to consult your doctor or health care provider if you observe any of these side effects.
If you are allergic to this medicine or the ingredients present in this medicine, it is recommended to inform your doctor or health care provider about the same. Also, inform your doctor or health care professional if you have gastrointestinal problems before using this medicine. This medicine can be used in combination with antacids or H2 blockers. Your dosage depends on your age and medical condition. The dosage is usually 500 mg twice daily for adults and children above 12 years, but it is advised to use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Cefetamet
Bacterial Infections
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Cefetamet ?
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Cefetamet
Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you miss a dose of Cefetamet, 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.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
Medicines containing Cefetamet
Below is the list of medicines, which contains Cefetamet as ingredient
- Recocef 250Mg Tablet
Zydus Cadila
- Altamet 250Mg Tablet
Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Pryzm 250Mg Tablet
Unichem Laboratories Ltd
- Pryzm 500Mg Tablet
Unichem Laboratories Ltd
- Recocef 500Mg Tablet
Zydus Cadila
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medication belongs to the class of a cephalosporin antibiotic, which aids in the treatment of bacterial infections. The drug stops the synthesis of the bacterial cell walls through the use of penicillin-binding proteins.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
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