Cefrine Capsule
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Cefdinir (300mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Broad spectrum (Third & fourth generation cephalosporins} |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Cephalosporins: 3 generation |
| User Rating | 4.5 |
| User Reviews | 548 |
FAQ
How long does Cefrine take to work?
Usually, Cefrine starts working soon after you take it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and relieve your symptoms completely.
What if I do not get better after using Cefrine?
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.
Can I drink milk while taking Cefrine?
Yes, you may drink milk while taking Cefrine. In fact, you must not take Cefrine on an empty stomach and take it with food or milk to avoid stomach upset. If stomach upset occurs, please consult your doctor.
Can the use of Cefrine cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Cefrine can cause diarrhea. Cefrine is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria but can also affect the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and cause diarrhea. If diarrhea persists, talk to your doctor about it.
What should you avoid while taking Cefrine?
You must avoid antacids containing aluminum or magnesium, iron supplements, or multivitamins, while taking Cefrine. It is best to take these medicines at least 2 hours before or after taking Cefrine.
Is Cefrine effective?
Cefrine 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 Cefrine too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
What if I forget to take a dose of Cefrine?
If you forget a dose of Cefrine, 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.
Can I stop taking Cefrine when my symptoms are relieved or when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Cefrine 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 the medicine.
What if you forget to take Cefrine?
If you miss a dose of Cefrine, 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.
Cefrine Capsule Reviews
Cefrine is an antibiotic medicine used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective in infections of the respiratory tract (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and some sexually transmitted diseases.
Cefrine may be taken with or without food. 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.
The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, allergic reaction, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.
Before 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 healthcare team 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. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause unpleasant side effects like nausea, vomiting, sweating, anxiety, and palpitations.
Cefrine may be taken with or without food. 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.
The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, allergic reaction, nausea, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days.
Before 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 healthcare team 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. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause unpleasant side effects like nausea, vomiting, sweating, anxiety, and palpitations.
How Cefrine Capsule Works
Cefrine 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.
How to Use Cefrine Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cefrine may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Cefrine Capsule
- In Bacterial infections: Cefrine works by killing the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, and urinary tract among others. 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.
Uses of Cefrine Capsule
- Bacterial infections
Cefrine Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cefrine 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.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cefrine should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cefrine may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cefrine 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 Cefrine, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Cefrine may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Driving
UNSAFE
Cefrine may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cefrine is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cefrine may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cefrine as it may cause increased side effects.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- Discontinue Cefrine and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
- 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.
- 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.
- Your doctor has prescribed Cefrine to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
References
- Cefdinir. North Chicago, IL: Abbott Laboratories; 2007.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 221.
- ScienceDirect. Cefdinir.