Lacef 125 Suspension: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Lacef Information

Lacef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet, Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Lacef have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lacef. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lacef can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Lacef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Lacef has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lacef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lacef related warnings section.

The section on Lacef contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Lacef have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Lacef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Lacef Benefits & Uses
Lacef Dosage & How to Take
Lacef Side Effects
Lacef Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lacef with Other Drugs
Lacef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lacef
Lacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lacef Benefits & Uses

Lacef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Endocarditis

Lacef Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Lacef Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lacef is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
Allergic reaction
Joint pain
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Angioedema
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Urticaria

Lacef Related Warnings

Is the use of Lacef safe for pregnant women?

Lacef is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Lacef safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Lacef.

Safe
What is the effect of Lacef on the Kidneys?

Lacef rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lacef on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Lacef on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Lacef on the Heart?

Using Lacef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lacef with Other Drugs

Lacef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Lacef Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lacef unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Lacef

Is this Lacef habit forming or addictive?

Lacef is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Lacef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lacef can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Lacef only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Lacef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Lacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lacef

Taking Lacef with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lacef

Drinking alcohol while on Lacef does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Lacef

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lacef cause yeast infection?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Lacef might cause a yeast infection because it antibiotic kills both bad bacteria and good bacteria as well. Good bacteria prevent the growth of yeast (fungi) in our body. The absence of these good bacteria that keeps them in check provides a favorable environment for the growth of yeast which results in yeast infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Lacef treat UTI?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lacef can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Lacef contain penicillin or sulfa?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Lacef does not contain penicillin or sulfa. It contains cefadroxil which belongs to the class of drug known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Lacef make you drowsy?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Lacef does not make you drowsy. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Lacef cause headache?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lacef might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.