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

Axacef Information

Axacef is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet, Injection. The alternative uses of Axacef have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Axacef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Axacef can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Axacef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

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

Some other conditions that can be affected by Axacef are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Axacef with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Axacef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Axacef Benefits & Uses

Axacef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Axacef 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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Axacef Side Effects

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

Axacef Related Warnings

Is the use of Axacef safe for pregnant women?

Axacef is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Axacef safe during breastfeeding?

Axacef does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Axacef on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Axacef on the Liver?

Axacef is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Axacef on the Heart?

Axacef is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Axacef with Other Drugs

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

Axacef Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Axacef

Is this Axacef habit forming or addictive?

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

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Axacef only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Axacef for mental disorders.

No

Axacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Axacef

It is safe to take Axacef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Axacef

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Axacef with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Axacef

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Axacef with aspirin?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Axacef can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Axacef along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Axacef safe to use?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Axacef 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Axacef on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Axacef on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Axacef treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Axacef can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Axacef treat UTI?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Axacef 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.