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Elicef Dry Syrup is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Elicef Dry Syrup have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Elicef Dry Syrup depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Elicef Dry Syrup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Elicef Dry Syrup normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Elicef Dry Syrup's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Elicef Dry Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Elicef Dry Syrup related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Elicef Dry Syrup have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Elicef Dry Syrup with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Elicef Dry Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Elicef Dry Syrup 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Elicef Dry Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Elicef without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Elicef Dry Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Elicef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Elicef Dry Syrup on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Elicef on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Elicef Dry Syrup on the Liver?
Elicef is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Elicef Dry Syrup on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Elicef for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Elicef Dry Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Elicef Dry Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Elicef Dry Syrup has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Elicef Dry Syrup. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Elicef Dry Syrup is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Elicef Dry Syrup is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Elicef Dry Syrup
Taking Elicef Dry Syrup with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Elicef Dry Syrup
Information about the interaction of Elicef Dry Syrup 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
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)