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

Aurcef Benefits & Uses

Aurcef 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

Aurcef 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

Aurcef Related Warnings

Is the use of Aurcef safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Aurcef without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Aurcef safe during breastfeeding?

Aurcef does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Aurcef on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Aurcef on the Liver?

Aurcef is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Aurcef on the Heart?

Aurcef is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Aurcef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Aurcef Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aurcef 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 Aurcef

Is this Aurcef habit forming or addictive?

Aurcef is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Aurcef only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Aurcef in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Aurcef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Aurcef

Taking Aurcef with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Aurcef

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Aurcef

Question about 6 years ago

What is Aurcef?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Aurcef 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 over 5 years ago

Is Aurcef good for tooth infection?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Aurcef can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to use Aurcef?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Aurcef can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Aurcef 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 over 5 years ago

Can I buy Aurcef over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Aurcef over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.