Cefditoren

Information about Cefditoren

Cefditoren Uses

Cefditoren is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How Cefditoren works

Cefditoren 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.

Common side effects of Cefditoren

Nausea, Diarrhea, Headache, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Dyspepsia, Vaginal yeast infection

Available Medicine for Cefditoren

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SpectorenZydus Cadila
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TaxitorinAlkem Laboratories Ltd
₹3751 variant(s)
CefditranSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
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Torocef OTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹2581 variant(s)

Expert advice for Cefditoren

  • Your doctor has prescribed Cefditoren to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat.
  • Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
  • Discontinue Cefditoren and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.

Frequently asked questions for Cefditoren

Cefditoren

Q. Is Cefditoren effective?

Cefditoren 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 Cefditoren too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. How should Cefditoren be taken?

Cefditoren should be taken with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. Also, food intake enhances the absorption of the medicine thereby helping in faster recovery. Remember, Cefditoren should never be taken on an empty stomach as it may trigger diarrhea (loose motions).

Q. Can the use of Cefditoren cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Cefditoren can cause diarrhea. Cefditoren is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria, but it can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Cefditoren?

If you forget a dose of Cefditoren, 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.

Q. How long does Cefditoren take to work?

Usually, Cefditoren starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.

Q. What if I do not get better after using Cefditoren?

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 Cefditoren when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Cefditoren before completing the full course of treatment. You may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured. Still, you need to take this medicine for the prescribed duration to gain maximum benefit from it.

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