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Cecef Benefits & Uses

Cecef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cecef 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	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cecef Related Warnings

Is the use of Cecef safe for pregnant women?

Cecef shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Cecef safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Cecef in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cecef on the Kidneys?

Effects of Cecef on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Cecef on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Cecef on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Cecef on the Heart?

Cecef is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cecef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cecef Contraindications

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

Dehydration
Parkinson's Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Hearing Loss
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Cecef

Is this Cecef habit forming or addictive?

Cecef is not addictive in nature.

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

Cecef will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Cecef is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Cecef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cecef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cecef

Taking Cecef with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cecef

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cecef with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cecef

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Cecef?

Cecef is a brand name for amikacin. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as an aminoglycoside antibiotic. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used for the treatment of bacterial infection such as bone, joint, skin, intra-abdominal, pneumonia, and respiratory tract infection. It is used for short-term treatment (7 - 10 days) of bacterial infection in different part of the body. It is also used for the treatment of neonatal sepsis when sensitivity testing indicates that other aminoglycosides cannot be used.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Cecef cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Cecef is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Cecef will not produce desired results. If you are experiencing no symptomatic relief after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cecef cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Cecef has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after using this drug, discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cecef cause constipation?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Cecef does not cause constipation in patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Cecef?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Do not self-administer Cecef. It comes in the form of injection and given preferably 2 - 3 times in a day (Intravenously). Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 10 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as hearing loss and nephrotoxicity while taking Cecef please inform your doctor immediately.