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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 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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Is the use of Cefter safe for pregnant women?
Cefter is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefter safe during breastfeeding?
Cefter is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefter on the Kidneys?
Cefter rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefter on the Liver?
Cefter is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefter on the Heart?
You can take Cefter without any fear of damage to the heart.
Cefter 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 Cefter unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefter habit forming or addictive?
Cefter does not cause addiction.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefter only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cefter is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefter
Taking Cefter with food does not cause any problems.
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.
Yes, Cefter can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections (infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae). 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 this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.
No, Cefter is not recommended for the tooth infection. Hence, it should not be taken for the treatment of tooth infection.
No, Cefter does not contain penicillin or sulfa. It contains cefalexin which belongs to the class of drug known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
Take Cefter as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
Discontinuing Cefter 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300