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Addcef Benefits & Uses

Addcef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Addcef 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Addcef Related Warnings

Is the use of Addcef safe for pregnant women?

Addcef is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Addcef safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Addcef.

Safe
What is the effect of Addcef on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Addcef on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Addcef on the Liver?

Addcef is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Addcef on the Heart?

Addcef is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Addcef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Addcef Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Addcef

Is this Addcef habit forming or addictive?

Addcef does not cause addiction.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Addcef. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Addcef should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Addcef is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Addcef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Addcef

Taking Addcef with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Addcef

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Addcef

Question over 5 years ago

Does Addcef treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes Addcef 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Addcef?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Addcef is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Addcef without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Addcef is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Addcef cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, [medicine] 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Addcef on my own without doctors advice?

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

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

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309

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

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

ADDCEF 200MG TABLET 10S

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Addcef Information

Addcef Benefits & Uses

Addcef Dosage & How to Take

Addcef Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Addcef with Other Drugs

Addcef Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Addcef

Addcef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Addcef

Question over 5 years ago

Does Addcef treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Question about 6 years ago

What is Addcef?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Addcef without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Addcef cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Addcef on my own without doctors advice?

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

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