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Sentum 250 Tablet is a product of Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Composition: Cefuroxime (250mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Sentum 250 Tablet

Description:

Sentum 250 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.

Sentum 250 Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. 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 remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for and the severity of your condition. Make sure to complete the full course. It will not work for viral infections such as the flu or the common cold. Using any antibiotic when you do not need it can make it less effective for future infections.


The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, vomiting, increased liver enzymes, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually mild, but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.


Earlier using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. You should also let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Sentum 250 Tablet should be taken with or after food.

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 Sentum

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

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Sentum 250 Tablet does not usually cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
$med_name is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Avoid prolonged use of Sentum 250 Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Sentum 250 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
It may cause dizziness in some patients. Tolerants should be cautious when driving or operating machinery.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Sentum 250 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Sentum 250 Tablet in patients with liver disease.

FAQs:

How long does Sentum 250 Tablet take to work?

The amount of time Sentum 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.

How long should you take Sentum 250 Tablet?

The duration of therapy with Sentum 250 Tablet depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Earlier starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.

Can Sentum 250 Tablet be taken on an empty stomach?

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

Can Sentum 250 Tablet treat UTI?

Affirmative, Sentum 250 Tablet can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.

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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