Ceftoren 400400mg
Tablet
ACI Limited
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| Alcohol | SAFE Consuming alcohol with Ceftoren 400 does not cause any harmful side effects. |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Ceftoren 400 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, ... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Ceftoren 400 is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is n... View More |
| Driving | UNSAFE Ceftoren 400 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | CAUTION Ceftoren 400 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ceftoren 400 may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | CAUTION Ceftoren 400 should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ceftoren 400 may be needed. Please consult your docto... View More |
Introduction
Ceftoren 400 is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the respiratory tract (eg. pneu... View More
Uses of Zostum-O Tablet
- Bacterial infections
Side effects of Zostum-O Tablet
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
How to use Zostum-O Tablet
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. Ceftoren 400 is to be take... View More
How Zostum-O Tablet works
Ceftoren 400 is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for t... View More
What if you forget to take Zostum-O Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Ceftoren 400, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to y... View More
- Your doctor has prescribed Ceftoren 400 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.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Discontinue Ceftoren 400 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 st... View More
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Ceftoren 400 as it may cause increased side effects.
Indication
Pharyngitis, Community-acquired pneumonia, Susceptible infections, Tonsillitis, Soft tissue infections, Respiratory tract infections, Acute Exacerbation... View More
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Adult Dose
Oral Community-acquired pneumonia Adult: 400 mg bid for 14 days. Acute bacterial exacerbation of chronic bronchitis Adult: 400 mg bid for 10 days.... View More
Child Dose
<12 years old: Safety & efficacy not established >12 years old: As in adults
Renal Dose
Renal impairment: CrCl (ml/min) 30-49 Maximum: 200 mg bid <30 Maximum: 200 mg once daily
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to Cefditoren, other cephalosporins; or milk proteins. Carnitine deficiency.
Mode of Action
Cefditoren is a third generation cephalosporin used for treatment of susceptible infections caused by gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It inhib... View More
Precaution
Pregnancy and lactation. Patients with penicillin allergy. Avoid prolonged use as pivalate-containing compounds may cause carnitine deficiency over time... View More
Side Effect
>10% Diarrhea (11-15%) 1-10% Nausea (4-6%),Headache (2-3%),Abdominal pain (2%),Dyspepsia (1-2%),Vomiting (1%) <1% Bacterial/fungal superinfecti... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: B Lactation: excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
Interaction
Reduced oral bioavailability when coadministered with antacids or H2-receptor antagonists. Probenecid may increase plasma concentration and prolong half... View More
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