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Bicef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. The alternative uses of Bicef have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Bicef. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Bicef have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Bicef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Bicef is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Bicef related warnings talks about Bicef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Bicef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Bicef with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Bicef is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Bicef 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
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Is the use of Bicef safe for pregnant women?
Bicef is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Bicef safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Bicef.
What is the effect of Bicef on the Kidneys?
Bicef rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Bicef on the Liver?
Bicef is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Bicef on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Bicef for the heart.
Bicef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bicef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bicef habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Bicef is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Bicef as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Bicef is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bicef is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bicef
Taking Bicef with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bicef
Taking Bicef with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.
Yes, Bicef is an antibiotic. It contains cefadroxil which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
No, Bicef does not contain penicillin or sulfa. It contains cefadroxil which belongs to the class of drug 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.
Yes, Bicef can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli. 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.
Yes Bicef covers Escherichia coli. Bicef is effectively used in the treatment of infections that are caused by this bacteria.
Yes, Bicef might cause a yeast infection because it antibiotic kills both bad bacteria and good bacteria as well. Good bacteria prevent the growth of yeast (fungi) in our body. The absence of these good bacteria that keeps them in check provides a favorable environment for the growth of yeast which results in yeast infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
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 299-300
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Duricef® (cefadroxil monohydrate)