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Cefigo Benefits & Uses

Cefigo is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Cefigo Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefigo Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefigo safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Cefigo in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefigo safe during breastfeeding?

Cefigo does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefigo on the Kidneys?

Cefigo rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefigo on the Liver?

Cefigo does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefigo on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Cefigo for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefigo with Other Drugs

Cefigo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Cefigo Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefigo unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cefigo

Is this Cefigo habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cefigo has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Cefigo you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Cefigo is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cefigo is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cefigo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefigo

You can take Cefigo with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefigo

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefigo with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefigo

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Cefigo?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Cefigo can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigo with doxycyclin?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Cefigo and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigo with azithromycin?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Avoid taking Cefigo 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Cefigo?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cefigo 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigo for cough?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefigo 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.