Zefu 500 Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | FDC Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Cefuroxime (500mg) |
| Storage | Store below 25°C |
| Chemical Class | Intermediate spectrum {Second generation cephalosporins} |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Cephalosporins: 2nd generation |
| User Rating | 4.2 |
| User Reviews | 558 |
FAQ
Can Zefu 500 be taken on an empty stomach?
No, Zefu 500 should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Zefu 500 with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.
How long should you take Zefu 500?
The duration of therapy with Zefu 500 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. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.
How long does Zefu 500 take to work?
The amount of time Zefu 500 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.
Can Zefu 500 treat UTI?
Yes, Zefu 500 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.
What if you forget to take Zefu Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Zefu 500, 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.
Zefu 500 Tablet Reviews
Zefu 500 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.
Zefu 500 should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. 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. It will not work for viral infections such as 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.
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 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.
Zefu 500 should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. 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. It will not work for viral infections such as 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.
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 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.
How Zefu 500 Tablet Works
Zefu 500 is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
How to Use Zefu 500 Tablet
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. Zefu 500 is to be taken with food.
Benefits of Zefu 500 Tablet
- In Treatment of Bacterial infections: Zefu 500 is a versatile antibiotic medicine that kills the infection-causing bacteria in your body. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as those of the lungs (pneumonia), ear, abdomen, urinary tract, bones, joints, skin and soft tissues. 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 Zefu 500 Tablet
- Treatment of Bacterial infections
Zefu 500 Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zefu 500 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Zefu 500 in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
NOT RELEVANT
Not relevant, as Zefu 500 is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Zefu 500 does not cause any harmful side effects.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Zefu 500 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zefu 500 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 Zefu 500, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Quick Tips
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
- 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 Zefu 500 to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Discontinue Zefu 500 and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
References
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
- Cefuroxime Axetil [Prescribing Information]. Roorkee, Uttarakhand: Twenty First Century Pharmaceutical Pvt. Ltd.; 2023.
- 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. 232.
- Cefuroxime. Camberley Surrey: Sandoz Limited; 2005 [revised 17 Jul. 2016].