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Cefcidal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet, Capsule. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Cefcidal has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefcidal. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Cefcidal include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefcidal as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Cefcidal normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Cefcidal's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Cefcidal has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefcidal related warnings section.
The section on Cefcidal contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Cefcidal may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Cefcidal is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Cefcidal 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 Cefcidal safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefcidal without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Cefcidal safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefcidal.
What is the effect of Cefcidal on the Kidneys?
Cefcidal rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefcidal on the Liver?
Cefcidal is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefcidal on the Heart?
Using Cefcidal does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cefcidal 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 Cefcidal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefcidal habit forming or addictive?
Cefcidal does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cefcidal will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cefcidal is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cefcidal for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefcidal
You can take Cefcidal with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefcidal
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefcidal with alcohol will be.
No, Cefcidal does not cover anaerobes because Cefcidal is a first-generation cephalosporin which is resistant against anaerobes.
No, Cefcidal is not recommended for the tooth infection. Hence, it should not be taken for the treatment of tooth infection.
No, Cefcidal does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Cefcidal. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Enterococcus faecalis.
Cefcidal is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
Cefcidal contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. 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. Cefcidal is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Streptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300
