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Inhicef is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Inhicef have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Inhicef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Inhicef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Inhicef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Inhicef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Inhicef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Inhicef related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Inhicef have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Inhicef have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Inhicef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Inhicef is used to treat the following -
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(Male) |
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Geriatric |
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Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Inhicef safe for pregnant women?
Inhicef is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Inhicef safe during breastfeeding?
Inhicef does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Inhicef on the Kidneys?
Inhicef rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Inhicef on the Liver?
Inhicef is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Inhicef on the Heart?
You can take Inhicef without any fear of damage to the heart.
Inhicef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Inhicef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Inhicef habit forming or addictive?
Inhicef does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Inhicef. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Inhicef is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Inhicef for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Inhicef
Taking Inhicef with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Inhicef
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Inhicef.
No, Inhicef is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
Yes, Inhicef can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Inhicef along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
Yes, Inhicef can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Inhicef contains cefuroxime which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Inhicef is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Moraxella catarrhalis, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Yes, Inhicef 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 diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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