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Efodyl is a drug containing the main ingredient cefuroxime, indicated in the treatment of otitis media, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, cervicitis,... So what is Efodyl? What is the use of Efodyl antibiotic?
1. Effects of Efodyl
Efodyl drug containing the active ingredient cefuroxime belongs to the 2nd generation cephalosporin antibiotic subgroup and in the ETC list of prescription drugs with the original brand names zinnat and zinacef. Efodyl 500 mg is indicated in the treatment of the following conditions:
Otitis media, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, sinusitis, pneumonia, acute bronchitis, exacerbation of chronic bronchitis, cystitis, urethritis, pyelonephritis kidney Skin and soft tissue infections Gonorrhea Acute uncomplicated gonococcal urethritis Cervicitis In addition, some other drug effects not listed on approved drug labels, but some cases Your doctor may prescribe the antibiotic Efodyl. Therefore, before taking the medicine, consult your doctor.
2. How to use Efodyl
Efodyl 500mg is made in the form of tablets with a strength of 500mg. Dosage will be based on the condition and age of the patient.
For children over 12 years old and adults taking 250mg twice daily for more severe infections or less susceptible bacteria, increase by 500mg twice daily. Urinary tract infections but uncomplicated oral dose of 125mg twice a day. Uncomplicated gonorrhea, a single dose of 1 gram For young children and children under 12 years of age, 125mg twice a day Children older than 2 years old with otitis media or more severe infections 250mg twice a day. Patients can take the drug with or without food, before or after eating. However, to reduce stomach irritation you can take it with food and need to take the tablet whole with a full glass of water, do not chew or break the tablet.
3. Undesirable effects when using Efodyl
The antibiotic Efodyl can cause some unexpected and common side effects that can be mentioned as:
Headache Digestive disorders Pseudomembranous colitis Eosinophilia Eosinophilia Decreased granulocytopenia Coombs test ( +) Thrombocytopenia Hemolytic anemia Increased ALT, AST LDH Nephrotoxicity with temporary increase in blood urea, serum creatinine Interstitial nephritis Hypersensitivity reactions, shock When using Efodyl, unwanted effects may still occur. Therefore, when there are abnormal symptoms, the patient should immediately notify the doctor or nurse for immediate medical intervention.
4. Some notes when using Efodyl
Some notes when using Efodyl include:
Report a history of allergy to Efodyl antibiotic, cephalosporin or hypersensitivity reaction to any other allergy. Efodyl may contain inactive ingredients and could cause an allergic reaction or other serious problems. Report any medications you are taking including prescription and nonprescription drugs, herbs and supplements, foods, dyes or preservatives. Caution should be exercised in patients with a history of anaphylaxis reactions to penicillin or beta lactams, pregnant or lactating women, severe renal impairment,... Caution should be taken when testing glucose with reagents benedict, clintest, and fehling positive. false count If you forget to take a dose of the antibiotic Efodyl, take it again as soon as possible. However, if it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking or injecting the medicine as scheduled. Do not use more drug than prescribed treatment. Using an overdose of Efodyl or swallowing it can cause serious symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, shortness of breath, fainting,...
5. Drug interactions
Some drugs that can interact with Efodyl include:
Furosemide Probenecid Antacids
6. How to store Efodyl
Store Efodyl antibiotics in film-coated tablets at room temperature below 30 degrees Celsius, protected from light and away from moisture. Do not store Efodyl 500 mg in a humid place or in the freezer and keep away from heat and open flames. Different medicines will have different storage methods, so read the Efodyl storage instructions on the package carefully, or ask your pharmacist. Keep Efodyl out of the reach of children and family pets. When the medicine has expired or is damaged and cannot be used anymore, dispose of it and dispose of it properly. Do not arbitrarily dispose of Efodyl 500 mg into an environment such as a water pipe or toilet unless requested to do so. Consult with your waste disposal company or pharmacist on how to safely dispose of Efodyl to help protect the environment.
To use the drug safely, take Efodyl 500 mg exactly as directed by your doctor, do not use more, smaller or longer than prescribed. Use Efodyl regularly to get the most benefit from it and you can stop taking it if any new symptoms appear or the condition does not improve after 7 days.
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