Sapocef
Sapocef Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections
About Sapocef Products
Uses of Sapocef Products
Cefuroxime is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of urinary tract, skin and soft tissue, blood, and lungs (pneumonia). It is also used to prevent infections after surgery.
Sapocef Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Sapocef are Vomiting, Nausea, Injection site reaction, Diarrhea.
How Sapocef Products work
Cefuroxime is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Patient Concerns about Sapocef Products
Frequently asked questions about Sapocef Products
Frequently asked questions about Cefuroxime
Q. How long does Sapocef 500 Tablet take to work?
The amount of time Sapocef 500 Tablet 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.
Q. How long should you take Sapocef 500 Tablet?
The duration of therapy with Sapocef 500 Tablet 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.
Q. Can Sapocef 500 Tablet be taken on an empty stomach?
No, Sapocef 500 Tablet should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Sapocef 500 Tablet with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.
Q. Can Sapocef 500 Tablet treat UTI?
Yes, Sapocef 500 Tablet 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.
Products for Sapocef
Sapocef 500 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹485
Sapocef 250 Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹257
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