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Cefuroxime (250mg)
Greatum 250mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body.
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Greatum 250mg 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. Greatum 250mg Tablet 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.
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. Greatum 250mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
No common side effects listed.
Consuming alcohol with Greatum 250mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Greatum 250mg Tablet 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 Greatum 250mg Tablet, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Greatum 250mg Tablet 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.
Greatum 250mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Your doctor has prescribed Greatum 250mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. 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. Discontinue Greatum 250mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
The time it takes for Greatum 250mg Tablet to show effect varies depending on the type of infection and individual patient response. The medicine may start working shortly after administration, but complete symptom reduction often takes several days. Typically, bacterial infection symptoms start showing improvement within 48 to 72 hours after starting medication.
The duration of Greatum 250mg Tablet therapy depends on the type of infection and individual patient response. It is usually prescribed for 7 days, but may range from 5 to 10 days in more severe cases, with a doctor's guidance based on the severity and response to treatment. Consulting your doctor before starting medication ensures appropriate duration.
No, Greatum 250mg Tablet should not be taken on an empty stomach, like other antibiotics. It is recommended to take it twice daily after a meal for optimal absorption and improved effectiveness.
Yes, Greatum 250mg Tablet can be prescribed to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs). However, it is only effective in cases of uncomplicated UTIs. This medication should be used solely under a doctor's guidance and after a proper diagnosis. Self-medication is not advised.