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Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 12:55 PM IST

About Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's

Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's belongs to a class of medication called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, blood, bones, joints, heart, lungs, brain, chest, ears, skin, or soft tissues. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's does not work against infections caused by the virus.

Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's contains Cefuroxime (antibiotic) and Lactobacillus (probiotic). Cefuroxime works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for survival. Thereby damaging the bacterial cell wall and killing bacteria. Lactobacillus helps to restore good bacteria in the intestines. Thereby, it prevents diarrhoea and loss of beneficial bacteria due to the prolonged intake of antibiotics.

You are advised to take Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, bloating, diarrhoea, allergic reaction, and increased liver enzymes. Most of these side effects of Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's, penicillins, cephalosporin antibiotics, or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's. Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for infants below six months of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if you are alert, as Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness. People with liver and kidney problems should take Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's with caution.

Uses of Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's consists of Cefuroxime and Lactobacillus, used to treat bacterial infections. Cefuroxime is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against aerobic (grows in the presence of oxygen), anaerobic (grows in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thus, it damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria. Lactobacillus is a probiotic (live microorganisms that keep the body healthy) that helps restore good bacteria in the intestines. Thus, it prevents diarrhoea and loss of beneficial bacteria due to the prolonged intake of antibiotics.

Directions for Use

Swallow Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Abdominal pain
  • Gas
  • Bloating
  • Increased liver enzymes

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's, penicillins, cephalosporin antibiotics, or any other medicines. If you have diabetes, kidney or liver problems, a weak immune system, or inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's. Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for babies below three months of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if you are alert, as Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's may interact with antibiotics (amikacin, chloramphenicol), birth control pills (ethinylestradiol), water pills (furosemide), and vaccines (cholera vaccine).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have diabetes, kidney or liver problems, a weak immune system, or inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMIKACIN
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • ETHINYLESTRADIOL
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • CHOLERA VACCINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take probiotics after completing the entire course of Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea.
  • Certain fermented foods like cheese, yoghurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include fibre-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Whole grains such as brown rice and whole-grain bread should be included in your diet.
  • Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids daily while taking Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption.

Special Advise

You are recommended to complete the full course with Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor for effective results.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes: spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, and tiredness.

About Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's

Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's belongs to a class of medication called antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract, blood, bones, joints, heart, lungs, brain, chest, ears, skin, or soft tissues. A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's does not work against infections caused by the virus.

Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's contains Cefuroxime (antibiotic) and Lactobacillus (probiotic). Cefuroxime works by interfering with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for survival. Thereby damaging the bacterial cell wall and killing bacteria. Lactobacillus helps to restore good bacteria in the intestines. Thereby, it prevents diarrhoea and loss of beneficial bacteria due to the prolonged intake of antibiotics.

You are advised to take Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, bloating, diarrhoea, allergic reaction, and increased liver enzymes. Most of these side effects of Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's, penicillins, cephalosporin antibiotics, or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's. Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for infants below six months of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if you are alert, as Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness. People with liver and kidney problems should take Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's with caution.

Non returnable*
COD available

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Non returnable*
COD available

Online payment accepted

Manufacturer/Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

Uses of Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's

Bacterial infections

Medicinal Benefits

Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's consists of Cefuroxime and Lactobacillus, used to treat bacterial infections. Cefuroxime is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that acts against aerobic (grows in the presence of oxygen), anaerobic (grows in the absence of oxygen) gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It interferes with the formation of the bacterial cell wall (a protective covering) necessary for their survival. Thus, it damages the bacterial cell wall and kills bacteria. Lactobacillus is a probiotic (live microorganisms that keep the body healthy) that helps restore good bacteria in the intestines. Thus, it prevents diarrhoea and loss of beneficial bacteria due to the prolonged intake of antibiotics.

Side Effects of Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Abdominal pain
  • Gas
  • Bloating
  • Increased liver enzymes

Directions for Use

Swallow Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's, penicillins, cephalosporin antibiotics, or any other medicines. If you have diabetes, kidney or liver problems, a weak immune system, or inflammation of the large intestine, inform your doctor before taking Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before taking Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's. Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for babies below three months of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if you are alert, as Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMIKACIN
  • CHLORAMPHENICOL
  • ETHINYLESTRADIOL
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • CHOLERA VACCINE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Take probiotics after completing the entire course of Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's to restore some healthy bacteria in the intestines that may have been killed. Taking probiotics after antibiotic treatment can reduce the risk of antibiotic-associated diarrhoea.
  • Certain fermented foods like cheese, yoghurt, kombucha, sauerkraut, and kimchi can help restore the intestine's good bacteria.
  • Include fibre-rich foods, as they can be easily digested by your gut bacteria, which helps stimulate their growth. Whole grains such as brown rice and whole-grain bread should be included in your diet.
  • Make sure you drink plenty of water or other fluids daily while taking Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

You are recommended to complete the full course with Sofa LB 250mg Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor for effective results.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes: spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Some common symptoms of bacterial infection include cough, fever, and tiredness.

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