Cefking 250 mg Tablet

Composition of Cefking 250 mg Tablet

Cefking 250 mg Tablet contains Cefuroxime (250mg). It belongs to the Second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic class of medicines.

Uses of Cefking 250 mg Tablet

• Treatment of susceptible bacterial infections such as respiratory tract infections (sinusitis
• pharyngitis/tonsillitis
• bronchitis
• pneumonia)
• ear infections (otitis media)
• urinary tract infections
• skin and soft tissue infections
• and uncomplicated gonorrhoea (as prescribed).

Key benefits

• Treats susceptible bacterial respiratory infections
• Helps in ear and sinus infections
• Effective for urinary tract infections
• Treats skin and soft tissue infections
• Reduces symptoms by eliminating bacteria

How Cefking 250 mg Tablet works

Cefuroxime is a second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic. It inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins, leading to weakening of the cell wall and bacterial death.

How to take Cefking 250 mg Tablet

Take orally exactly as prescribed. Cefuroxime axetil is best taken after food to improve absorption. Swallow tablet whole with water; complete the full course even if you feel better.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and, rarely, fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Cefking 250 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Cefking are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhoea
• abdominal pain
• headache
• dizziness
• rash
• itching
• oral/vaginal candidiasis
• transient rise in liver enzymes

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Cefking 250 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use only for bacterial infections (not viral). Inform doctor if history of allergy to cephalosporins/penicillins (risk of hypersensitivity). Use with caution in kidney impairment (dose adjustment may be needed). Persistent/severe diarrhoea may indicate antibiotic-associated colitis—seek medical help. May cause positive Coombs test and can affect some urine glucose tests. Do not stop early to reduce resistance.

Do not take Cefking if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to cephalosporin antibiotics.

Interactions with other medicines

Probenecid (increases cefuroxime levels), anticoagulants like warfarin (may increase bleeding risk/INR), acid-reducing agents/antacids and H2 blockers/PPIs (may reduce absorption of cefuroxime axetil), oral contraceptives (possible reduced efficacy with antibiotics—use additional contraception if advised)

How to store Cefking 250 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from moisture and light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Cefking 250 mg Tablet

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li><div>Your doctor has prescribed Cefking 250 mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.</div></li> <li><div>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.</div></li> <li><div>Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.</div></li> <li>Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cefking 250 mg Tablet as it may cause increased side effects.</li> <li><div>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.</div></li> <li>Discontinue Cefking 250 mg Tablet and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ERGOS LIFE SCIENCES

Therapeutic class:

Antibiotic

Drug class:

Second-generation cephalosporin antibiotic