3 CEF 250MG TAB

Overview

3 CEF 250MG TAB is a Schedule H1 antibiotic.

3 CEF 250MG TAB is composed of: CEFPROZIL (250.0 MG)

Cefprozil is a cephalosporin antibiotic, used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, such as bronchitis and infections of the ears, throat, sinuses, and skin. It kills the bacterial cells. Finish taking all of your medication. Even if you feel better, do not stop taking medication unless your doctor tells you to stop. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Cefprozil may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how it affects you.

Usage

CEFPROZIL is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Bronchitis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for 3 CEF 250MG TAB and its Constituents

• Cefprozil can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
• Before taking cefprozil, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it or to penicillins or other cephalosporin antibiotics (e.g., cephalexin) or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of kidney disease, intestinal disease (colitis).
• This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages.
• Cefprozil may cause live bacterial vaccines (such as typhoid vaccine) to not work as well. Do not have any immunizations/vaccinations while using this medication unless your doctor tells you to.
• This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risk and benefits with your doctor.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CEFPROZIL over-dosage can result in: Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

CEFPROZIL : Black (tar) Colored Stools, Chest Pain, Cough, Fever, Chills, Lower Back Pain, Difficulty Urinating, Shortness Of Breath, Throat Soreness, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized)

Serious Side-Effects

CEFPROZIL : Pain, Common Cold, Paleness, Loose Motion, Weakness (generalized), Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Confusion, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Rare Side-Effects

CEFPROZIL : Skin Rash, Pain, Muscle Pain, Hives, Joint Pain, Itchy Skin, Abdomen Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Gums Bleeding, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Difficulty Swallowing, Dizziness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Head Headache, Increased Thirst, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Shortness Of Breath, Weight Loss (unintentional), Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Wheezing, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Disease Interactions

CEFPROZIL can interfere with: Colitis, Acute Kidney Failure, Acute Liver Failure, Seizure

Technical Classification

CEFPROZIL is categorized as: SECOND GENERATION CEPHALOSPORINS / CEPHALOSPORINS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for 3 CEF 250MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

3 CEF 250MG TAB	INR 290 for 10 TABLETS	CEFPROZIL 250.0 MG
ORPROZIL 250MG TAB	INR 116 for 4 TABLETS	CEFPROZIL 250.0 MG
REFZIL O 250MG SYP	INR 229.5 for 30 ML SYRUP	CEFPROZIL 250.0 MG
REFZIL O 250MG TAB	INR 492.5 for 10 TABLETS	CEFPROZIL 250.0 MG
REFZIL-O 250MG FC-TAB	INR 421 for 10 TABLETS	CEFPROZIL 250 MG
ZEMETRIL 250MG TAB	INR 284.35 for 6 TABLETS	CEFPROZIL 250.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CEFPROZIL		CEFPROZIL
ORPROZIL 500MG TAB	INR 220 for 4 TABLETS	CEFPROZIL 500.0 MG
REFZIL O 125MG SUSP	INR 124 for 30 ML SUSPENSION	CEFPROZIL 125.0 MG
REFZIL O 125MG TAB	INR 439.06 for 10 TABLETS	CEFPROZIL 125.0 MG
REFZIL O 500MG TAB	INR 505 for 6 TABLETS	CEFPROZIL 500.0 MG
REFZIL O 50MG DPS	INR 121.5 for 10 ML DROP	CEFPROZIL 50.0 MG
REFZIL-O 125MG X 5ML DRY-SYR	INR 95 for 30 ML SUSPENSION	CEFPROZIL 25 MG/ML
REFZIL-O 250MG X 5ML DRY-SYR	INR 175.5 for 30 ML SYRUP	CEFPROZIL 50 MG/ML
REFZIL-O 500MG FC-TAB	INR 422 for 6 TABLETS	CEFPROZIL 500 MG
ZEMETRIL 500MG TAB	INR 523.85 for 6 TABLETS	CEFPROZIL 500.0 MG