Pecef: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Pecef Information

Pecef is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup, Suspension, Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Pecef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Pecef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pecef as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Pecef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Pecef's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Pecef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pecef related warnings section.

The section on Pecef contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Pecef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Pecef is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Pecef Benefits & Uses

Pecef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)

Other Benefits

Pecef 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
Adult	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pecef Side Effects

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

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Confusion

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache
Rash
पेट दर्द
Dry Mouth
Fatigue
Vertigo
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Pecef Related Warnings

Is the use of Pecef safe for pregnant women?

Pecef has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Pecef safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pecef. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pecef immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pecef again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pecef on the Kidneys?

Pecef may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pecef on the Liver?

Pecef may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pecef on the Heart?

Pecef may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pecef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Pecef Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Pecef

Is this Pecef habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pecef is addictive.

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

Pecef will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Pecef, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Pecef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Pecef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pecef

You can take Pecef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pecef

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Pecef.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Pecef

Question about 6 years ago

How does Pecef work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Pecef works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Pecef?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Pecef should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Pecef on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Pecef in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Pecef?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Pecef can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Pecef cause stomach upset?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pecef can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

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This medicine data has been created by -

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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311

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Pecef Information

Pecef Benefits & Uses

Pecef Dosage & How to Take

Pecef Side Effects

Pecef Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Pecef with Other Drugs

Pecef Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Pecef

Pecef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Pecef

Question about 6 years ago

How does Pecef work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Pecef?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Pecef on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Pecef?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Pecef cause stomach upset?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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