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Ab Cef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Ab Cef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Ab Cef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Ab Cef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Ab Cef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ab Cef is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Ab Cef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ab Cef related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Ab Cef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Ab Cef with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ab Cef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ab Cef is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Ab Cef safe for pregnant women?
AB Cef is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Ab Cef safe during breastfeeding?
AB Cef is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ab Cef on the Kidneys?
AB Cef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ab Cef on the Liver?
Using AB Cef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ab Cef on the Heart?
AB Cef is not harmful for the heart.
Ab Cef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ab Cef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ab Cef habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ab Cef is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ab Cef as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Ab Cef should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ab Cef is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ab Cef
You can take Ab Cef with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ab Cef
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ab Cef with alcohol will be.
Yes AB Cef is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
Avoid taking AB Cef with azithromycin, because it can cause a heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then consult your doctor and follow his/her instruction.
AB Cef 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.
Yes, AB Cef can be taken with augmentin, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
AB Cef and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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