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Cefi O is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Other than this, Cefi O has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Cefi O depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Cefi O side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefi O are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Cefi O's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Cefi O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefi O related warnings section.
Cefi O can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cefi O in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). The section on Cefi O contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Cefi O with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefi O is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cefi O 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
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Is the use of Cefi O safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Cefi O. It is best to stop taking Cefi O immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Cefi O safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Cefi O. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Cefi O on the Kidneys?
Cefi O rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefi O on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cefi O on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cefi O on the Heart?
Cefi O is rarely harmful for the heart.
Cefi O should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefi O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefi O habit forming or addictive?
Cefi O does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Cefi O
When consumed with certain foods, Cefi O may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefi O
Consumption of alcohol and Cefi O together may have severe effects on your health.
Cefi O works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Yes Cefi O is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
Avoid taking Cefi O with azithromycin, because it can cause a heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then consult your doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Yes, Cefi O can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Cefi O 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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