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Elicef is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Elicef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Elicef depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Elicef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Elicef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Elicef has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Elicef related warnings talks about Elicef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Elicef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Elicef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Elicef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Elicef 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Elicef safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Elicef without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Elicef safe during breastfeeding?
Elicef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Elicef on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Elicef on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Elicef on the Liver?
Elicef is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Elicef on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Elicef for the heart.
Elicef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Elicef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Elicef habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Elicef has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Elicef. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Elicef is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Elicef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Elicef
Taking Elicef with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Elicef
Information about the interaction of Elicef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes Elicef is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
Elicef is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Yes, Elicef can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, Elicef can be taken with augmentin, 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.
Yes, Elicef can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)