Cefter 250 Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefter Information

Cefter is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Syrup, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Cefter also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Cefter is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Cefter also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefter can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefter are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Cefter's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Cefter's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefter related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Cefter have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Cefter have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefter is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Cefter Benefits & Uses
Cefter Dosage & How to Take
Cefter Side Effects
Cefter Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cefter with Other Drugs
Cefter Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cefter
Cefter Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefter Benefits & Uses

Cefter is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Ear Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Prostatitis
Osteomyelitis
Kidney Infection
Tonsillitis
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Pneumonia

Cefter 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
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefter Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefter is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Urticaria
Maculopapular rash
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Fatigue
Headache

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Allergic reaction
Rash
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Cefter Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefter safe for pregnant women?

Cefter is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefter safe during breastfeeding?

Cefter is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefter on the Kidneys?

Cefter rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefter on the Liver?

Cefter is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefter on the Heart?

You can take Cefter without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cefter with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Metformin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Bumetanide

Bumetanide Tablet

Drospirenone

Cefter Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Cefter

Is this Cefter habit forming or addictive?

Cefter does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cefter as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cefter only as per medical advice.

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

Cefter is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cefter Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefter

Taking Cefter with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefter

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefter with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefter

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Cefter safe to use?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefter is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, joint pain, and rash. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Cefter cover Pseudomonas?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

No, Cefter does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Cefter. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Pseudomonas species.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefter cover anaerobes?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Cefter does not cover anaerobes because Cefter is a first-generation cephalosporin which is resistant against anaerobes.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Cefter an antibiotic?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Cefter is an antibiotic. It contains cefalexin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Cefter cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Cefter has been reported to cause diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.