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Duricef Benefits & Uses

Duricef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

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

Duricef 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

Duricef Related Warnings

Is the use of Duricef safe for pregnant women?

Duricef is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Duricef safe during breastfeeding?

Duricef does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Duricef on the Kidneys?

Duricef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Duricef on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Duricef on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Duricef on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Duricef with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Duricef Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Duricef

Is this Duricef habit forming or addictive?

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

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Duricef. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Duricef only as per medical advice.

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

No, Duricef is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Duricef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Duricef

It is safe to take Duricef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Duricef

Duricef and alcohol do not lead to side effects, but it is still better to be cautious.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Duricef

Question over 5 years ago

Can Duricef cause a rash?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Duricef might cause a rash which is a sign of an allergy to this drug. This occurs very rarely and this effect goes away after discontinuation of this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Duricef cause dizziness?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No Duricef does not cause dizziness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Duricef?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Take Duricef as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Duricef safe to use?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Duricef 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Duricef be used for sinus infection?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Duricef might be used to treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae. However, because of its poor activity against these bacteria Duricef is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).