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Maxceft Kid is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Maxceft Kid have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Maxceft Kid. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Maxceft Kid include Diarrhoea, Abdominal Pain, Heartburn. Some other side effects of Maxceft Kid have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Maxceft Kid are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Maxceft Kid's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Maxceft Kid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Maxceft Kid is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Maxceft Kid with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Maxceft Kid, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Maxceft Kid 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Maxceft Kid is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Maxceft Kid safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Maxceft Kid in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Maxceft Kid safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Maxceft Kid. If you see any side effects, stop taking Maxceft Kid immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Maxceft Kid again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Maxceft Kid on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Maxceft Kid. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Maxceft Kid on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Maxceft Kid. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Maxceft Kid on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Maxceft Kid on heart. So it is not known whether taking Maxceft Kid will cause side effects on heart or not.
Maxceft Kid 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 Maxceft Kid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Maxceft Kid habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Maxceft Kid.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Maxceft Kid you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Maxceft Kid should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Maxceft Kid for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Maxceft Kid
There is no information on the effects of taking Maxceft Kid with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Maxceft Kid
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Maxceft Kid with alcohol will be.
Maxceft Kid 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, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Maxceft Kid can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
Yes Maxceft Kid 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.
Avoid taking Maxceft Kid 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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