Elfi 1000 Mg Dry Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Elfi Benefits & Uses

Elfi is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Elfi 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: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Elfi Related Warnings

Is the use of Elfi safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Elfi in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Elfi safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Elfi.

Safe
What is the effect of Elfi on the Kidneys?

Elfi rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Elfi on the Liver?

Elfi is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Elfi on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Elfi with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Elfi Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Elfi

Is this Elfi habit forming or addictive?

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

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Elfi can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Elfi only as per medical advice.

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

Elfi is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Elfi Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Elfi

Taking Elfi with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Elfi

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Elfi and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Elfi

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Elfi over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Elfi 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Elfi?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Elfi can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Elfi without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Elfi is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Elfi on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Discontinuing Elfi in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Elfi with amoxicillin?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Elfi and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.