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Cefidoc Dry Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Cefidoc Dry Syrup have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Cefidoc Dry Syrup is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Cefidoc Dry Syrup side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Cefidoc Dry Syrup are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Cefidoc Dry Syrup's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Cefidoc Dry Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Cefidoc Dry Syrup have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Cefidoc Dry Syrup may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Cefidoc Dry Syrup is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Cefidoc Dry Syrup 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 Cefidoc Dry Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Cefidoc is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefidoc Dry Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Cefidoc is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefidoc Dry Syrup on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cefidoc on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cefidoc Dry Syrup on the Liver?
Cefidoc is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefidoc Dry Syrup on the Heart?
Cefidoc is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefidoc Dry Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefidoc Dry Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Cefidoc Dry Syrup has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cefidoc Dry Syrup as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Cefidoc Dry Syrup is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefidoc Dry Syrup is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefidoc Dry Syrup
You can take Cefidoc Dry Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefidoc Dry Syrup
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cefidoc Dry Syrup and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes Cefidoc 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.
Yes, Cefidoc can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.
Discontinuing Cefidoc in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
No, you can not buy Cefidoc 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.
Cefidoc 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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