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Boontil 500mg Tablet

Name: Boontil 500mg Tablet
SKU: strip of 10 tablets
Price: 495 INR
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by Mediboon Pharma Private Limited

Salt CompositionCefuroxime (500mg)

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Introduction to Boontil 500mg Tablet

Boontil 500mg Tablet contains Cefuroxime (Cephalosporin Antibiotic) which is used in the treatment of Various Bacterial Infections such as bronchitis (infection of the airway tubes leading to the lungs); Lyme disease (an infection that may develop after a person is bitten by a tick); and gonorrhea (a sexually transmitted disease);

Antibiotics such as cefuroxime will not show any effect in case of flu, colds, or other viral infections.
Using antibiotics when they are not needed increases your risk of getting an infection later that resists antibiotic treatment.

Safety Advice for Boontil 500mg Tablet

Moderate risk
High risk
Safe

Consult your doctor and inform them if you already have some liver conditions.

Consult your doctor and inform them if you already have some kidney conditions.

Consult your doctor and inform them about your alcohol habit before taking Boontil 500mg Tablet.

Consult your doctor if you feel any conditions like dizziness.

It is safe to take During Pregnancy.

It is safe to take during Breastfeeding.

How Boontil 500mg Tablet works

Cefuroxime is a cephalosporin antibiotic exhibit their activity by retarding the growth of harmful bacteria.

How To Use Boontil 500mg Tablet

Follow the dose schedule as mentioned by your doctor.
It can be taken with or without food but at around the same times every day

Special Precautions About Boontil 500mg Tablet

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to cefuroxime; other cephalosporin antibiotics or any other medications.
If you are taking antacids that contain magnesium or aluminum, take them at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after cefuroxime.
Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had gastrointestinal disease, especially colitis (condition that causes swelling in the lining of the colon [large intestine]), or kidney or liver disease.

Benefits Of Boontil 500mg Tablet

helps in treatment of pneumonia.

Side Effects Of Boontil 500mg Tablet

nausea
vomiting
diarrhea
difficulty breathing or swallowing
wheezing (high pitched sound while Breathing)
Swelling of the face and throat
Swelling of the eyes and tongue

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Boontil 500mg Tablet

If you miss a dose, consult your doctor.
Do not double up the doses to compensate for missed doses.

Health And Lifestyle

Consume nutritious meals, stay hydrated, take enough rest, and avoid smoking and drinking habits.

Drug Interaction

Omeprazole
Probenacid
Mycophenolic Acid

Drug Food Interaction

Grapefruit juice and dietary supplements containing calcium may reduce efficacy of antibiotics.

Disease Explanation

Bacterial infections are caused by bacterial growth in our Body. You can get sick from getting harmful bacteria in your skin, Gatro Intestinal tract, lungs, heart, brain, blood or anywhere else in your body.

FAQ's on Boontil 500mg Tablet

Can you drink alcohol on Boontil?

No, alcohol consumption should be avoided while taking Boontil. Although not common but there are chances of severe reaction on taking alcohol with Boontil which could prove harmful for the patient. Consult your physician before you start taking this medication.

How long should you take Boontil?

The duration of therapy with Boontil depends upon the type of infection. It is usually given for 7 days. It ranges from 5 to 10 days and depends on the response of the infection in the patient. Before starting the medication consult a doctor who will prescribe the exact duration of therapy and follow the instructions as given.

How long does Boontil take to work?

The amount of time Boontil takes to work depends on the type of infection and response of the patient to the medicine. The antibiotic may start working after you take it but for maximum effect it may require some time. Usually, the symptoms of bacterial infections start to decrease in 48 to 72 hours after starting the medication.

Can Boontil be taken on an empty stomach?

No, Boontil should not be taken on an empty stomach like other antibiotics of its class. It should be taken twice daily after a meal. Taking Boontil with food increases the absorption rate of the drug. This further enhances the effectiveness of the medicine to treat the infection.

Can Boontil treat UTI?

Yes, Boontil can be used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI). But, it is prescribed only in cases of uncomplicated UTIs for 7 to 10 days. The medication is to be prescribed by the doctor only, self-medication is not advised. The severity of the UTI decides the kind of therapy needed to treat it.

Written By

Ashwani Singh

Master in Pharmacy

Content Updated on

Thursday, 19 September, 2024

Sources

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a601206.html

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