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

Delcef Information

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

The right dosage of Delcef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Delcef can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Delcef 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Delcef is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Delcef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Delcef related warnings section.

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

Drug reaction of Delcef with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Delcef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Delcef Benefits & Uses

Delcef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Skin Infections
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Endocarditis

Delcef 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: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Delcef Related Warnings

Is the use of Delcef safe for pregnant women?

Delcef is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Delcef safe during breastfeeding?

Delcef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Delcef on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Delcef on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Delcef on the Liver?

Using Delcef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Delcef on the Heart?

Using Delcef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Delcef with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Delcef Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Delcef

Is this Delcef habit forming or addictive?

Delcef is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Delcef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Delcef can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Delcef should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Delcef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Delcef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Delcef

Taking Delcef with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Delcef

You may consume alcohol while taking Delcef. But caution is still important.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Delcef

Question over 5 years ago

Is Delcef safe to use?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Delcef 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 dyspepsia, abdominal 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 over 5 years ago

Can I take Delcef without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Delcef is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Delcef with tylenol?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, Delcef 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Delcef cause hair loss?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Delcef 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 Delcef is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.