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Cefrad S is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. The alternative uses of Cefrad S have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Cefrad S 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Cefrad S include Diarrhoea, Rash, Allergic reaction. Some other side effects of Cefrad S have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cefrad S go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Cefrad S's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cefrad S's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Cefrad S is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy are examples of such conditions.
Drug reaction of Cefrad S with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefrad S is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cefrad S is used to treat the following -
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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Is the use of Cefrad S safe for pregnant women?
Cefrad S is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Cefrad S safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Cefrad S on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Cefrad S on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Cefrad S for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Cefrad S on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Cefrad S. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Cefrad S on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Cefrad S on heart. So it is not known whether taking Cefrad S will cause side effects on heart or not.
Cefrad S 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 Cefrad S unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefrad S habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cefrad S.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cefrad S. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cefrad S is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefrad S is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefrad S
Taking Cefrad S with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefrad S
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefrad S with alcohol will be.
Rarely Cefrad S can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, you can use Cefrad S to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
No, you can not buy Cefrad 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.
Avoid taking Cefrad S with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Occasionally Cefrad S can cause a drug to induce hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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