Ceplox 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is also used in treating infections of the urinary tract, nose, throat, skin and soft tissues and lungs (pneumonia). It cures the infection by killing and stopping the growth of the infectious microorganisms.
Ceplox 500mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.
Ordinary side effects include headache, dizziness, and gastrointestinal disorder such as nausea. This is usually temporary and resolves on its own, but please consult your doctor if it bothers you or persists for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also 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.
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Limitedly, some people may have a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue, or face, shortness of breath, or breathing problems. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.
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. Ceplox 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Avoid Ceplox 500mg Tablet with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Side Effects:
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
Ordinary side effects of Ceplox
Dizziness
Headache
Gastrointestinal disorder
Nausea
Diarrhea
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Ceplox 500mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Ceplox 500mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Ceplox 500mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ceplox 500mg Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ceplox 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ceplox 500mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
FAQs:
Is Ceplox 500mg Tablet safe?
Ceplox 500mg Tablet is a relatively safe drug. However, it is not devoid of side effects and hence should only be taken if prescribed by a doctor in the appropriate dose, frequency, and duration as advised.
Can the use of Ceplox 500mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Affirmative, the use of Ceplox 500mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.
Can I stop taking Ceplox 500mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Ceplox 500mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Can the use of Ceplox 500mg Tablet increase the risk of muscle damage?
Affirmative, use of Ceplox 500mg Tablet is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Ceplox 500mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.
Can I take Ceplox 500mg Tablet with paracetamol?
Ceplox 500mg Tablet is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with paracetamol. However, interactions can occur. Communicate to your doctor before using both the medicines together.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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