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Ceficrat is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Ceficrat also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Ceficrat depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ceficrat have been listed ahead. These side effects of Ceficrat are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Ceficrat's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Ceficrat related warnings talks about Ceficrat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ceficrat contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Ceficrat have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Ceficrat, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ceficrat 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Ceficrat safe for pregnant women?
Ceficrat is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Ceficrat safe during breastfeeding?
Ceficrat is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceficrat on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ceficrat on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ceficrat on the Liver?
Using Ceficrat does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ceficrat on the Heart?
Ceficrat is completely safe for the heart.
Ceficrat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ceficrat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceficrat habit forming or addictive?
Ceficrat does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ceficrat you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ceficrat is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Ceficrat is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ceficrat
You can take Ceficrat with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceficrat
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ceficrat with alcohol will be.
Avoid taking Ceficrat 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, Ceficrat can be taken with augmentin, 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.
Ceficrat 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.
Ceficrat is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
No, you can not buy Ceficrat over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)
