Cefika S 1000 /500 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefika S Benefits & Uses

Cefika S is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cefika S 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: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)
Adult	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)
Geriatric	Disease: Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ceftriaxone (1 g)/ Sulbactam ( 0.5 g)

Cefika S Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefika S safe for pregnant women?

Cefika S is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefika S safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Cefika S as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefika S on the Kidneys?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Cefika S on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Cefika S will cause side effects on kidney or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cefika S on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Cefika S. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefika S on the Heart?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Cefika S on the heart, information on safety of Cefika S for the heart is unavailable.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Cefika S with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Amikacin

Cyclosporine

Cefika S Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Cefika S

Is this Cefika S habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cefika S.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cefika S as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cefika S only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Cefika S in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cefika S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefika S

Taking Cefika S with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefika S

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefika S

Question about 5 years ago

Can I buy Cefika S over-the-counter?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, you can not buy Cefika S 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Cefika S used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes Cefika S is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cefika S for cough?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Cefika S can be taken for cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Cefika S?

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

Do not self-administer Cefika S. It comes in the form of injection and preferably taken 1 - 2 times in a day (Intravenously or Intramuscularly). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the a in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cefika S with doxycycline?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Cefika S and doxycycline 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.