Cedax Side Effects – Causes and Effects

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Frank K. Norman, Pharmacologist
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Category: Bacterial Infections

Drug Name: Cedax

General Usage: To Treat Different Types of Bacterial Infections

Brief Info about Cedax in Drug:

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Generic name of this drug is Ceftibuten. It is marketed under a brand name known as Cedax.

Ceftibuten belongs to a group of medicines known as Cephalosporin Antibiotics. It acts by fighting bacteria in the body. This drug is used to cure different types of bacterial infections.

Cedax Side Effects Explained Better:

Medicine is any substance that is intended for use in cure, treatment diagnosis or prevention of an ailment. Drugs prescribed by your medical healthcare provider helps you fight against illness, pains, diseases, disorders and injuries, if they are used in the right direction, quantity & exactly as recommended by your doctor. Well, almost all drugs cause side effects. It is necessary to discuss all possible adverse effects pertaining to a specific drug with your doctor.

Almost all kinds of side effects caused by Cedax are given below-

Frequent Cedax Side Effects (Commonly Seen)-

If you find difficult to withstand below-listed side effects, you must rush to your health care provider promptly to get rid of them, although these are not injurious to health.

  • Tight or stiff muscles
  • Vomiting, nausea, belching, stomach pain, constipation, upset stomach, mild diarrhea
  • Feeling agitated, hyperactive, irritable, dry mouth or restless
  • Drowsiness, headache, dizziness, tired feeling
  • White sores or patches on your lips or inside your mouth
  • Numbness or tingly sensation
  • Noisy breathing
  • Vaginal discharge or itching
  • Insomnia (sleep problems)
  • Unpleasant or unusual taste in your mouth
  • Stuffy nose
  • Skin rash or mild itching

Infrequent Cedax Side Effects (Professional Point of View)-

  • Signs of allergic reactions-
    • Rashes
    • Hives
    • Itching
    • Swelling of face, mouth, lips, throat or tongue
    • Tightness in chest
    • Difficulty breathing
  • Bloody stools
  • Chills
  • Dark urine
  • Fever
  • Swollen, red, or blistered skin
  • Sore throat
  • Decreased urination
  • Mood or mental changes
  • Unusual bleeding or bruising
  • Joint pain
  • Seizures
  • Severe diarrhea
  • Unusual weakness or tiredness
  • Vaginal discharge or irritation
  • Severe cramps or stomach pain
  • Yellowing of the skin or eyes

If a person feels allergic symptoms with a feeling of illness and some of the above-mentioned symptoms, he/she should report to his/her doctor at once.

Cedax Overdose Side Effects (Require Immediate Medical Attention)-

Overdose symptoms may include-

  • Convulsions (Seizure)

Note: If you feel some strange symptoms that have not been experienced by you so far while taking this medicine, you should rush to your doctor immediately.

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Cedax Drug Interaction Side Effects (Due to Reaction with Other drugs)-

Before taking ceftibuten, let your doctor know if you are having any drug that decreases stomach acid, like-

  • Omeprazole (Prilosec)
  • Cimetidine (Tagamet)
  • Famotidine (Pepcid)
  • Ranitidine (Zantac)

If you have a problem with drinking or some drugs, talk to your doctor to manage it. There are many ways to help you conquer such a problem.

Cedax Prolonged Use Side Effects (When Used for Longer Periods)-

If a doctor suggest a drug for lifelong, it might create a problem by affecting our body system. So, it is essential to notify your medical health provider about any new symptom you have while consuming this drug. You may need to change medicines or have a dose adjustment.