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Ceff 250 Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Ceff 250 Capsule has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Ceff 250 Capsule 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Ceff 250 Capsule also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ceff 250 Capsule as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Ceff 250 Capsule 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.
In addition, Ceff 250 Capsule's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ceff 250 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Ceff 250 Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Ceff 250 Capsule may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Ceff 250 Capsule, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Ceff 250 Capsule 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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Is the use of Ceff 250 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Ceff is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Ceff 250 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Ceff is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceff 250 Capsule on the Kidneys?
Ceff rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ceff 250 Capsule on the Liver?
Ceff does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Ceff 250 Capsule on the Heart?
You can take Ceff without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ceff 250 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceff 250 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ceff 250 Capsule has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ceff 250 Capsule as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ceff 250 Capsule only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ceff 250 Capsule in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ceff 250 Capsule
You can take Ceff 250 Capsule with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceff 250 Capsule
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ceff 250 Capsule with alcohol will be.
Yes, Ceff has been reported to cause diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Ceff might cause itching. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing itching after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, Ceff might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
No, Ceff does not contain penicillin or sulfa. It contains cefalexin 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.
No, Ceff does not cover anaerobes because Ceff is a first-generation cephalosporin which is resistant against anaerobes.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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
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