Ceftal

Composition for Ceftal Products

Ceftal Products are primarily used for

Bacterial infections

About Ceftal Products

Uses of Ceftal Products

Cefotaxime is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Ceftal Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Ceftal are Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Hypersensitivity, Gastrointestinal disorder.

Severe

Side Effects of Ceftal are Convulsion, Urticaria, Erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Nausea, Vomiting, Hemolytic anemia, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Pseudomembranous colitis, Interstitial nephritis, Red spots or bumps, Dizziness.

How Ceftal Products work

Cefotaxime is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

Patient Concerns about Ceftal Products

Frequently asked questions about Ceftal Products

Frequently asked questions about Cefotaxime

Q. Is Ceftal 250mg Tablet the same as penicillin?
No, Ceftal 250mg Tablet is not the same as penicillin. Ceftal 250mg Tablet belongs to the third generation class of cephalosporins. Ceftal 250mg Tablet is active against numerous gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including several with resistance to other antibiotics such as penicillin.
Q. What kind of infections does Ceftal 250mg Tablet treat?
Ceftal 250mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat conditions such as lower respiratory tract infections (related to the lungs, windpipe and airways), skin and skin structure infections, urinary tract infections, pelvic inflammatory disease, bacterial septicemia, bone and joint infections, and meningitis (brain related).
Q. Can the use of Ceftal 250mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Ceftal 250mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. Ceftal 250mg Tablet is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
Q. What if I do not get better after using Ceftal 250mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better even after finishing the full course of treatment. You must also inform your doctor if the symptoms get worse while using this medicine.
Q. Can I stop taking Ceftal 250mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Ceftal 250mg Tablet before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. But, it is important to take this medicine for the full duration advised by the doctor.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Ceftal 250mg Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Ceftal 250mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take it in the regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. Is Ceftal 250mg Tablet effective?
Ceftal 250mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Ceftal 250mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How long does Ceftal 250mg Tablet take to work?
Usually, Ceftal 250mg Tablet starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

Products for Ceftal

Ceftal 250mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
230
Not Available
Ceftal 500mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
350.55
Not Available

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