C Furo 500 Tablet

C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets contains Cefuroxime, which belongs to the cephalosporin class of antibiotics. It works by inhibiting the cell wall synthesis of bacteria, which ultimately causes the death of bacteria. C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets is used to treat bacterial infections of tonsils, throat, sinus, ears, respiratory tract, urinary tract, and infections of the skin and soft tissue.

You should take this medicine only after consulting with your doctor, and self-medication should be avoided. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to penicillins or beta-lactam antibiotics. Inform your doctor about all other medicines, over the counter products, and herbal preparations you are taking before starting the treatment with C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets.

Dosage

Overdose

• Seek emergency medical care if you think you have taken an overdose of this medicine. Overdose symptoms may include damage to the brain and may cause fits

Missed a Dose

• If you missed any dose of C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets, take it as soon as you remember.
• If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
• Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets works by stopping bacterial cell wall synthesis; the absence of bacterial cell wall results in the death of bacteria.

Directions for Use

• Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor
• Swallow C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets whole with a glass of water

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets during pregnancy?

The effect of this medicine on the fetus is not known. Do not take this medication if you are pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets while breastfeeding?

Cefuroxime passes into breast milk in small quantities. Perceive if prescribed by your physician. Watch for diarrhoea in the breastfed baby.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?

It may cause dizziness. Hence caution is advised during driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?

There is no known interaction between alcohol and C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You experience continuous diarrhoea, immediately stop taking it and report to the hospital
• You experience difficulty in breathing, rashes, swelling of the face or mouth after taking this medicine
• You develop a rash with blisters and peeling of skin
• You have kidney disease
• You develop white patches in your mouth

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to Cefuroxime or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
• If you have a history of a severe allergic reaction to Penicillin, Monobactams, Carbapenems, or other Beta-Lactam antibiotics.

Side effects

• Diarrhoea
• Nausea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Stomach pain
• Increased chances of fungal infections
• Raised liver enzyme or white blood cells

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Do not take C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets along with your acidity medicines
• It can cause the failure of contraceptive pills (OC pills). If you are taking the contraceptive pill while you are being treated with this medicine, you also need to use a barrier method of contraception (such as condoms)
• Medicines used to treat gout (Probenecid)
• Medicines used to thin your blood (Warfarin)

Storage and disposal

Store C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets in a cool and dry place, to protect it from light.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

I am allergic to Amoxicillin. Can I take this medicine?

No, if you have an allergy to Amoxicillin, never take this medicine as it can result in a very severe allergic reaction. Always inform your doctor about your allergies.

Can I stop taking this medicine before the prescribed duration?

No, you must finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medication can make the infection harder to treat.

How long should I take C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?

The dose and duration of treatment depend upon the cause of infection and response to the treatment. Do not stop taking this medicine if you feel better. Complete the full course as stopping the treatment in between can result in antibiotic resistance and infection may reoccur.

Is C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets an antibiotic?

Yes, C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets is an antibiotic medicine.

What are the side effects of C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets?

The common side effects of C Furo 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets are diarrhoea, nausea, stomach pain, headache, and dizziness. These are temporary but if side effects persist or there is no improvement in your condition, inform your doctor immediately.