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Cefag Lb is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Cefag Lb have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Cefag Lb depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Cefag Lb include Bloating or fullness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence. Such side effects of Cefag Lb normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefag Lb is Unknown for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Cefag Lb has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefag Lb related warnings section.
Cefag Lb can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cefag Lb in conditions like Allergy.
Besides this, Cefag Lb may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefag Lb is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Cefag Lb is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Cefag Lb safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Cefag LB on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Cefag Lb safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefag LB.
What is the effect of Cefag Lb on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cefag LB. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Cefag Lb on the Liver?
Cefag LB may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cefag Lb on the Heart?
Information about safety of Cefag LB for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Cefag Lb 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 Cefag Lb unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefag Lb habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cefag Lb is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cefag Lb will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Cefag Lb is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cefag Lb is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefag Lb
It is safe to take Cefag Lb with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefag Lb
Taking Cefag Lb with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Cefag LB and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Cefag LB is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Cefag LB and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Yes, Cefag LB is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Cefag LB 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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