Altacef 250 Mg Tablet

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10 Tablet in 1 Strip
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Altacef 250 Mg Tablet

10 Tablet in 1 Strip
₹ 491
10 TABLET | 1 Strip
₹ 491
200 people have bought this recently

Altacef 250 Mg Tablet Information

Altacef 250 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Other than this, Altacef 250 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Altacef 250 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Altacef 250 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Altacef 250 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Altacef 250 Mg Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Altacef 250 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Altacef 250 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Altacef 250 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Altacef 250 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Altacef 250 Mg Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Altacef 250 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Altacef 250 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Altacef 250 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage

Altacef 250 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Altacef 250 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Altacef is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Altacef 250 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


    Altacef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Altacef 250 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Altacef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Altacef 250 Mg Tablet on the Liver?


    Using Altacef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Altacef 250 Mg Tablet on the Heart?


    Altacef is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Altacef 250 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Altacef 250 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Altacef 250 Mg Tablet

  • Is this Altacef 250 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Altacef 250 Mg Tablet.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Altacef 250 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Altacef 250 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Altacef 250 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Altacef 250 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Altacef 250 Mg Tablet


    You can take Altacef 250 Mg Tablet with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Altacef 250 Mg Tablet


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Altacef 250 Mg Tablet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Altacef 250 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Altacef contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Altacef does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Altacef?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Take Altacef as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Altacef a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Altacef is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Altacef cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Altacef does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Altacef. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Altacef with aspirin?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Altacef can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Altacef along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312



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