Cefasyn 250 Mg (Cefuroxime)

What is Cefasyn 250 mg Tablet?

Cefasyn 250 mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (e.g., pneumonia), ear, throat, nasal sinus, urinary tract, skin, soft tissues, bones, and joints. It is also used to prevent infections during surgery.

Cefasyn 250 tablets 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.

How Cefasyn Tablet Works

Cefasyn 250 Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.

How To Use Cefasyn Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cefasyn 250 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Benefits Of Cefasyn Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Cefasyn 250 Tablet is a versatile antibiotic medicine that kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones, joints, skin and soft tissues. 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 Cefasyn Tablet

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 Cefasyn

• Rash
• Vomiting
• Allergic reaction
• Increased liver enzymes
• Nausea
• Diarrhea

Warning

Alcohol

Consuming alcohol with Cefasyn 250 Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

Cefasyn 250 Tablet 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

Cefasyn 250 Tablet 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 Cefasyn 250 Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

What If You Forget To Take Cefasyn Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Cefasyn 250 Tablet, 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. How long does Cefasyn 250 Tablet take to work?

The amount of time Cefasyn 250 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.

2. How long should you take Cefasyn 250 Tablet?

The duration of therapy with Cefasyn 250 Tablet depends upon the type of infection. It is usually give 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.

3. Can Cefasyn 250 Tablet be taken on an empty stomach?

No, Cefasyn 250 Tablet should not be take on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be take twice daily after a meal. Taking Cefasyn 250 Tablet with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.

4. Can Cefasyn 250 Tablet treat UTI?

Yes, Cefasyn 250 Tablet can be use to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribe only in cases of uncomplicate UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribe by the doctor only, self-medication is not advise. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.