Kefex 100 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Kefex Benefits & Uses

Kefex 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

Kefex 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

Kefex Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kefex 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

Kefex Related Warnings

Is the use of Kefex safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Kefex without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Kefex safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Kefex.

Safe
What is the effect of Kefex on the Kidneys?

Kefex rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Kefex on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Kefex on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Kefex on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Kefex with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Kefex Contraindications

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

Is this Kefex habit forming or addictive?

Kefex does not cause addiction.

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 Kefex can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Kefex only as per medical advice.

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

No, Kefex is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Kefex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Kefex

Taking Kefex with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Kefex

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Kefex

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Kefex with augmentin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Kefex 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Kefex treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes Kefex 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Kefex with azithromycin?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Cardiology, Neurology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, Diabetology

Avoid taking Kefex with azithromycin, because it can cause a heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then consult your doctor and follow his/her instruction.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Kefex with amoxicillin?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Kefex 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I buy Kefex over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Kefex 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.