Cefspan 200 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Cefspan 200 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Cefspan 200 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefspan 200 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cefspan 200 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Cefspan 200 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cefspan 200 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefspan 200 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Cefspan 200 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefspan 200 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cefspan 200 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefspan 200 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cefspan 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefspan safely.
Is the use of Cefspan 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Cefspan is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefspan 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Cefspan has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefspan 200 Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Cefspan on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefspan 200 Tablet on the Heart?
Cefspan is completely safe for the heart.
Cefspan 200 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefspan 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefspan 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Cefspan 200 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefspan 200 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefspan 200 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cefspan 200 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefspan 200 Tablet
Taking Cefspan 200 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefspan 200 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefspan 200 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes Cefspan is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
Cefspan is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Yes, Cefspan can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.
Discontinuing Cefspan in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Cefspan is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
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