Tefur 250mg Tablet 10'S

Introduction About TEFUR 250MG TABLET

TEFUR 250MG TABLET is an antibiotic medicine used in the management of various
bacterial infections such as infections of the respiratory tract, throat
infections, skin infections, ear infections, sinus infections, lung infections
and urinary tract infections. It can also be used in the management of Lyme
disease at its early stages.

It contains a medicine called Cefuroxime which is a powerful antibiotic agent
that works by killing the susce

Take TEFUR 250MG TABLET as directed by your physician. It can be taken after
meals for better absor
better control on infection. Therefore, do not stop taking this medicine or skip
doses, as it may make this medicine less effective.

Before taking TEFUR 250MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have kidney
problems. You must also inform your doctor if you are allergic to any
antibiotics, previously experienced anaemia after taking antibiotics, scheduled
for any blood tests, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

The most common side effects of taking this medicine are headache, dizziness,
diarrhoea and feeling sick. Consult your doctor immediately if any of the above
symptoms worsen.

Uses Of TEFUR 250MG TABLET

TEFUR 250MG TABLET is used in the management of various bacterial infections
such as:

• Respiratory tract infections (such as bronchitis, pneumonia)
• Throat infections
• Sinus infections
• Skin infections
• Ear infections
• Urinary tract infections
• Lyme’s disease

How TEFUR 250MG TABLET Works

TEFUR 250MG TABLET contains cefuroxime which is a second-generation
cephalosporin that interferes with the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall by
binding to specific binding proteins located inside the bacterial cell wall.
This leads to breaking down the cell wall of the bacteria and reducing its
stability, thus causing cell damage, and eventually causing bacterial
elimination.

How to use TEFUR 250MG TABLET

• Take TEFUR 250MG TABLET as advised by your physician. It can be taken after meals for better absor
• Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
• Do not exceed the recommended daily dosages
• Do not stop taking or skip doses of TEFUR 250MG TABLET to achieve better control over infection
• Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of infection.

Side Effects Of TEFUR 250MG TABLET

Common Side Effects of TEFUR 250MG TABLET:

• fungal infection

• headache, dizziness

• diarrhoea

• nausea, stomach pain

• increased type of white blood cells (eosinophilia)

• increase in liver enzyme

• skin rashes

• increased number of blood platelets

• decreased number of white blood cells

• positive coombs test

Stop taking TEFUR 250MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you
experience any of the following side effects

• fungal infection such as thrush
• severe diarrhoea with blood and mucus, stomach pain and fever

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Consult your doctorThere are no adequate and well-controlled studies regarding the use of
cefuroxime in pregnant women. Therefore, TEFUR 250MG TABLET should be used in
pregnant women only if required. Your doctor will decide whether you should take
this medicine or not based on the risk and benefits of the medicine.

!### Breastfeeding

Monitoring requiredStudies have shown that Cefuroxime may pass through the breast milk. Therefore,
TEFUR 250MG TABLET should be used in breastfeeding women only under careful
medical supervision. Consult your doctor for advice.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Use with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy after taking TEFUR 250MG
TABLET.

!### Kidney

Use with CautionTEFUR 250MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with history of
kidney problems and if needed dosage will be adjusted accordingly. Consult your
doctor before taking the medicine.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedDo not take TEFUR 250MG TABLET if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to
Cefuroxime, cephalosporin, penicillin, monobactams, carbapenems or to any other
ingredients of this medicine.

!### Use In Pediatrics

Consult your doctorTEFUR 250MG TABLET can be used in children only if prescribed by the
physician.Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age,
body weight and disease condition.

!### Use In Geriatrics

Use with CautionTEFUR 250MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly especially patients
with renal impairment. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Others

TEFUR 250MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you:

• have cephalosporin-associated hemolytic anaemia

Before taking TEFUR 250MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are:

• going to undergo blood sugar test or coombs test

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking TEFUR 250MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of
the following medicine:

• Other antibiotics (Ex: streptomycin, neomycin, gentamycin)
• Antacids (such as calcium carbonate)
• Anticoagulants (Ex. warfarin)
• Birth control pills (Ex. ethinyl estradiol)
• Anti-gout agents (Ex. probenecid)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of this medicine, consult your
doctor immediately. Symptoms are neurological disorders such as seizures (fits).

Synopsis

Drug	:	Cefuroxime
Pharmacological Category	:	Cephalosporin Antibiotics
Therapeutic Indication	:	Manages Bacterial infections
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Injection, Capsule, Syrup, Dry Suspension, Drops, Dispersible tablet

More Information

Storage

• Keep out of reach of children
• Store at room temperature

FAQs About TEFUR 250MG TABLET

Q: What is TEFUR 250MG TABLET used for?

A: TEFUR 250MG TABLET is an antibiotic medicine used in the management of
various bacterial infections such as infections of the respiratory tract, throat
infections, skin infections, ear infections, sinus infections, lung infections
and urinary tract infections. It can also be used in the management of Lyme
disease at its early stages.

Q: Is TEFUR 250MG TABLET same as penicillin?

A: No, TEFUR 250MG TABLET (which contains cefuroxime, a type of cephalosporin
antibiotic) is not the same as penicillin. Both cefuroxime and penicillin are
antibiotics, but they belong to different classes and have different chemical
structures. While they work similarly by targeting bacterial cell walls, they
are used in the management of slightly different infections, and some people who
are allergic to penicillin may also react to cephalosporins like cefuroxime.
It’s always best to check with a healthcare provider before taking a new
antibiotic, especially if you have a penicillin allergy.

Q: If I start feeling well, can I skip the dose of TEFUR 250MG TABLET?

A: No. You should complete the full course of TEFUR 250MG TABLET as prescribed
by your doctor. It is important that TEFUR 250MG TABLET be taken at the right
dose and for the right duration given. Otherwise, the symptoms can prevail and
sometimes worsen. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Q: Will TEFUR 250MG TABLET affect the contrace

A: Yes. TEFUR 250MG TABLET may interact with birth control pills and lowers its
efficiency. So, you should tell your doctor if you are using any birth control
pills. Your doctor could suggest an alternative contrace
unwanted pregnancies.

Q: In what condition TEFUR 250MG TABLET should be avoided?

A: TEFUR 250MG TABLET should not be taken if you have a history of serious
anaphylactic reaction to cefuroxime or any other cephalosporin antibiotics or if
you have a history of cephalosporin-induced haemolytic anaemia. Consult your
doctor before taking TEFUR 250MG TABLET.

Q: Can TEFUR 250MG TABLET be used in children?

A: TEFUR 250MG TABLET can be used in children only if prescribed by the
physician. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s
age, body weight and disease condition.

Q: Can TEFUR 250MG TABLET be used during pregnancy?

A: There are no adequate and well-controlled studies regarding the use of
cefuroxime in pregnant women. Therefore, TEFUR 250MG TABLET should be used in
pregnant women only if required. Your doctor will decide whether you should take
this medicine or not based on the risk and benefits of the medicine.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

•    Complete Blood Count (CBC)