What is Sefdin 300 mg?
Sefdin 300 mg Capsule is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the respiratory tract (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and some sexually transmitted diseases.
Sefdin Capsule may be taken with or without food. 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.
How Sefdin 300 mg Capsule Works
Sefdin Capsule 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.
How To Use Sefdin 300 mg Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Sefdin Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits Of Sefdin 300 mg Capsule
In Bacterial infections
Sefdin Capsule works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract among others. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days, but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Side Effects Of Sefdin 300 mg Capsule
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 them
Common side effects of Sefdin
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Vaginal moniliasis
- Abdominal pain
- Vaginal inflammation
- Protein in urine
- Increased gamma-glutamyltransferase
- High lymphocyte count
- Lymphocytopenia
- Microhematuria
- Increased urine leukocytes
Warning
Pregnancy
Sefdin Capsule 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.
Breastfeeding
Sefdin Capsule 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 Sefdin Capsule, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
Sefdin Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
Sefdin Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sefdin Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
Sefdin Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Sefdin Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What If You Forget To Take Sefdin 300 mg Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Sefdin Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
FAQ’s
1. Is Sefdin Capsule effective?
Sefdin Capsule 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 Sefdin Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
2. Can I drink milk while taking Sefdin Capsule?
Yes, you may drink milk while taking Sefdin Capsule. In fact, you must not take Sefdin Capsule on an empty stomach and take it with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. If stomach upset occurs, please consult your doctor.
3. Can the use of Sefdin Capsule cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Sefdin Capsule can cause diarrhea. Sefdin Capsule is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria but can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
4. What if I forget to take a dose of Sefdin Capsule?
If you forget a dose of Sefdin Capsule, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
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