Cepfor: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cepfor Benefits & Uses

Cepfor is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)

Other Benefits

Cepfor 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: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cepfor Related Warnings

Is the use of Cepfor safe for pregnant women?

Cepfor rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Cepfor safe during breastfeeding?

Cepfor can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cepfor on the Kidneys?

Cepfor may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cepfor on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Cepfor on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Cepfor on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cepfor with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Cepfor Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Cepfor

Is this Cepfor habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cepfor is addictive.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Cepfor is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cepfor is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cepfor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cepfor

Taking Cepfor with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cepfor

Information about the interaction of Cepfor and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cepfor

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Cepfor?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Cepfor can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Cepfor help in preventing cold?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Cepfor does not help in preventing cold, because common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Cepfor on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Cepfor in between may promote resistance to bacteria which may result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase 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 use Cepfor to treat pneumonia?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, you can use Cepfor 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I buy Cepfor over-the-counter?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Cepfor 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.