Author: Saroj Kumari

What Are Hiccups? Both adults and babies have experienced hiccups or singultus. Hiccups, which are characterized by a chik sound, occur when the diaphragm, or muscle membrane that separates the chest cavity and abdominal cavity, contracts. Each contraction that occurs in the organ will have an important role in breathing and cause the vocal cords to close suddenly, thus producing the characteristic sound of hiccups. Symptoms of Hiccups Hiccups that last a long time can also be an indication of a serious illness. For this reason, if an examination is carried out by a doctor, there are several tests that may be…

Cefuroxime Cefuroxime is a drug used to treat a number of infections by suppressing bacterial growth in the body. Please note that this drug can be used to treat several health disorders. Examples include tonsillitis, sinusitis, bronchitis, otitis media, bladder infections, bronchitis, Lyme, and gonorrhea. Trade names of the drug: Anbacim, Oxtercid, Cefurox, Sefure, Cefuroxime, Sharox, Situroxime, Celocid, Soxime, Cethixim, Trocef, Zegen, Kalcef, Zinacef, and Zinnat. Drug class: Cephalosporin antibiotics. Category: Prescription drugs. Indications: Treating infections caused by bacteria. Pregnancy and breastfeeding categories:  Category B  May be used by pregnant women. Animal studies have not shown a risk to the fetus. However, there is…

Ceftriaxone What is ceftriaxone used for? Ceftriaxone is a drug that you can use to treat bacterial infections in various parts of the body. What class of drugs does ceftriaxone belong to? This drug belongs to a class of drugs that many people know as cephalosporin antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. Ceftriaxone is available in injection form and can only be obtained with a doctor’s prescription. Class: Prescription drug. Category: Cephalosporin antibiotics. Benefits: Treats bacterial problems. Used by: Adults and children. Ceftriaxone for pregnant and lactating mothers: Can be absorbed into breast milk. If a nursing mother wants to take…

Cefotaxime Cefotaxime is an antibiotic that can treat various types of bacterial infections, including severe or life-threatening ones. Some examples of infectious diseases that you can treat with this antibiotic include urinary tract infections, gonorrhea, pneumonia, meningitis, and osteomyelitis (bone infection). Cefotaxime is a cephalosporin antibiotic that fights bacteria by killing and inhibiting their growth. In addition to treating bacterial infections, this antibiotic can also be used to prevent infections in people undergoing certain types of surgery. You need to know, this drug is not effective in treating viral infections, such as colds and flu. Cefotaxime is available in injectable…

An Achilles tendon injury is an injury that affects the back of the lower leg. It can happen to anyone but is most common in people who play recreational sports. The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body. It runs from the heel bone to the calf muscle. The Achilles tendon allows a person to point their toes to the floor and stand on their tiptoes. Achilles tendon injuries are common injuries that can be mild or moderate in severity and can feel like burning pain or stiffness in the leg. If the pain is severe, there is…