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Altacef Information

Altacef is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Syrup, Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Altacef have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Altacef depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Altacef as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Altacef go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Altacef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Altacef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Altacef contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Altacef have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Altacef Benefits & Uses

Altacef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Altacef 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

Altacef Side Effects

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

Altacef Related Warnings

Is the use of Altacef safe for pregnant women?

Altacef is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Altacef safe during breastfeeding?

Altacef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Altacef on the Kidneys?

Altacef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Altacef on the Liver?

Using Altacef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Altacef on the Heart?

Altacef is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Altacef with Other Drugs

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

Altacef Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Altacef

Is this Altacef habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Altacef.

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

After taking Altacef you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Altacef only as per medical advice.

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

Altacef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Altacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Altacef

You can take Altacef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Altacef

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Altacef

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Altacef contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Altacef does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs 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 Altacef cover enterococcus?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Altacef does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Altacef. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Altacef with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Altacef can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Altacef along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Altacef treat UTI?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Altacef can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae. 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 almost 6 years ago

Is Altacef safe to use?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Altacef is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.