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Cefad is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. The alternative uses of Cefad have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Cefad depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Cefad side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cefad normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Cefad's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Cefad related warnings talks about Cefad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefad contraindications section.
Additionally, Cefad may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefad is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cefad 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Cefad safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefad without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Cefad safe during breastfeeding?
Cefad does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Cefad on the Kidneys?
Cefad rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefad on the Liver?
Cefad is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefad on the Heart?
Using Cefad does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cefad 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 Cefad unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefad habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cefad.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefad, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cefad can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cefad should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cefad is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefad
It is safe to take Cefad with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefad
Taking Cefad with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.
No, Cefad does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Cefad is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Cefad can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Cefad along with ibuprofen.
Yes, Cefad can be taken if you are allergic to penicillin but caution must be taken because scientific evidence suggests that cross-sensitivity can occur up to 10% of patients with a history of penicillin allergy.
Yes, Cefad can be taken with tylenol. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Cefad 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
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Duricef® (cefadroxil monohydrate)