ALTACEF 500 MG TABLET

ALTACEF 500 MG TABLET

  • Composition: Cefuroxime(500mg)
  • OTC & Wellness: General
  • Manufacturer by: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
  • Packaging Details: 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
Rs. 874.50    Rs. 874.50   

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Food Interaction

It is better to take Altacef 500 mg tablet with food. Avoid Altacef 500 mg tablet with dietary sodium.

Alcohol Interaction

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Interaction

Altacef 500 mg tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor. PROBABLY SAFE

Expert Advice

Be sure to use cefuroxime for the full course of treatment as prescribed by your doctor. If you do not, the medicine may not clear up your infection completely. The bacteria could also become less sensitive to this or other medicines. This could make the infection harder to treat in the future. Take cefuroxime tablets after food or milk for optimum absorption. Do not drive because you may feel sleepy or dizzy while being treated with cefuroxime. Cefuroxime can make birth control pills less effective, which may result in pregnancy. You may need to use another form of birth control during treatment with cefuroxime. Do not start or continue the cefuroxime tablets and consult your doctor, If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.

Lactation Interaction

Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

Medicine Interaction

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Dosage

Twice A Day:100%

Common Side Effects

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FAQ

Q. Is cefuroxime an antibiotic?|Yes, cefuroxime is an antibiotic. It is a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat various infections.|Q. Is cefuroxime a form of penicillin drug?|Cefuroxime belongs to the cephalosporin antibiotics and is not a penicillin drug. However, its chemical structure and action is similar to penicillin.|Q. Is cefuroxime gluten free?|Yes, cefuroxime is gluten free. Please refer to the package insert of the prescribed brand before use.