Fedcef: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fedcef Benefits & Uses

Fedcef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
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 (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Fedcef 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Fedcef Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fedcef is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
पेट दर्द
Swelling

Moderate

Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)

Mild

Rash
Headache
पेट की गैस
Dyspepsia
Urticaria
Maculopapular rash

Fedcef Related Warnings

Is the use of Fedcef safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Fedcef safely.

Safe
Is the use of Fedcef safe during breastfeeding?

Fedcef is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Fedcef on the Kidneys?

Fedcef rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fedcef on the Liver?

Fedcef is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Fedcef on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fedcef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Fedcef Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fedcef 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 Fedcef

Is this Fedcef habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Fedcef.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Fedcef is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Fedcef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Fedcef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fedcef

Taking Fedcef with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fedcef

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Fedcef.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fedcef

Question about 6 years ago

What is Fedcef?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Fedcef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Fedcef over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Fedcef 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 almost 6 years ago

Can I take Fedcef without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Fedcef 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 over 5 years ago

Can I take Fedcef with doxycyclin?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Fedcef and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fedcef cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fedcef 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.