Cefrine Capsule

Cefrine Capsule 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 Capsule 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.

• Bacterial infections

Cefrine Capsule 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.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cefrine Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Vaginal moniliasis
• Abdominal pain
• Vaginal inflammation
• Protein in urine
• Increased gamma-glutamyltransferase
• High lymphocyte count
• Lymphocytopenia
• Microhematuria
• Increased urine leukocytes

AlcoholUNSAFE

Cefrine Capsule may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

PregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cefrine Capsule 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.

Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cefrine Capsule 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 Capsule, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

DrivingUNSAFE

Cefrine Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

KidneyCAUTION

Cefrine Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cefrine Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

LiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cefrine Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cefrine Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Cefrine Capsule, 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.

Chemical Class

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Therapeutic Class

Anti infectives

Action Class

Cephalosporins: 3 generation