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Dicef Forte Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. The alternative uses of Dicef Forte Injection have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Dicef Forte Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Dicef Forte Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Dicef Forte Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Dicef Forte Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Dicef Forte Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Dicef Forte Injection related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dicef Forte Injection contraindications section.
Additionally, Dicef Forte Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Dicef Forte Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Dicef Forte Injection 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
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Is the use of Dicef Forte Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Dicef safely.
Is the use of Dicef Forte Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Dicef is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Dicef Forte Injection on the Kidneys?
Dicef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dicef Forte Injection on the Liver?
Using Dicef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Dicef Forte Injection on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Dicef for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dicef Forte Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dicef Forte Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Dicef Forte Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Dicef Forte Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Dicef Forte Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Dicef Forte Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dicef Forte Injection
Taking Dicef Forte Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dicef Forte Injection
Drinking alcohol while on Dicef Forte Injection does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.
Yes Dicef covers Escherichia coli. Dicef is effectively used in the treatment of infections that are caused by this bacteria.
Take Dicef as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
No, Dicef 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 Dicef is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
No Dicef does not cause dizziness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Yes, Dicef is an antibiotic. It contains cefadroxil which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Duricef® (cefadroxil monohydrate)
