Cefuroxime (250mg)
3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back. It will not work for viral infections such as flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, vomiting, increased liver enzymes, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of 3A Cef
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Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. 3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT is to be taken with food.
3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Related Warnings
Consuming alcohol with 3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT does not cause any harmful side effects.
3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT 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.
3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT 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 3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Not relevant, as 3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
There is limited information available on the use of 3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of 3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
The amount of time 3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it but for maximum effect it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.
The duration of therapy with 3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.
No, 3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking 3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.
Yes, 3A Cef 250mg Tablet DT can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.
