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Cefil is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Capsule, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Cefil also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefil. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefil as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefil are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cefil has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Cefil has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefil related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefil contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Cefil have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefil is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cefil 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 Cefil safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cefil in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefil safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefil.
What is the effect of Cefil on the Kidneys?
Cefil has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefil on the Liver?
Cefil is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefil on the Heart?
Using Cefil does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cefil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefil habit forming or addictive?
Cefil does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefil you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cefil only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cefil
Taking Cefil with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefil
Drinking alcohol while on Cefil does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.
No, Cefil does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Cefil is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Cefil can be taken with tylenol. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Cefil contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against a wide variety of bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of a cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Cefil is effective against bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Beta-hemolytic streptococci, Moraxella catarrhalis, Staphylococci strains, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella species.
Cefil is a brand name of cefalexin and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as a tablet, syrup, and oral drops. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. Cefil is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment and prevention of bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, skin infections, tonsillitis, and pharyngitis.
Discontinuing Cefil on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Duricef® (cefadroxil monohydrate)
