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Lyceft O, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Lyceft O have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Lyceft O depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Lyceft O have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Lyceft O 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.
In addition, Lyceft O's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lyceft O related warnings talks about Lyceft O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Lyceft O are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Lyceft O may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Lyceft O is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Lyceft O 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 Lyceft O safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Lyceft O in pregnant women.
Is the use of Lyceft O safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Lyceft O.
What is the effect of Lyceft O on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Lyceft O on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Lyceft O on the Liver?
Lyceft O is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Lyceft O on the Heart?
Using Lyceft O does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Lyceft O 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 Lyceft O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lyceft O habit forming or addictive?
Lyceft O is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lyceft O, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lyceft O can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Lyceft O only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lyceft O is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lyceft O
Taking Lyceft O with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lyceft O
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lyceft O with alcohol will be.
Lyceft O can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Lyceft O 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.
Lyceft O works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Lyceft O can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.
Lyceft O 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.
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
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)