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Milcef is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection, Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Milcef have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Milcef. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Milcef as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Milcef go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Milcef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Milcef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Milcef related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Milcef contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Milcef with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Milcef is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Milcef 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 Milcef safe for pregnant women?
Milcef is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Milcef safe during breastfeeding?
Milcef is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Milcef on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Milcef on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Milcef on the Liver?
Milcef does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Milcef on the Heart?
Using Milcef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Milcef 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 Milcef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Milcef habit forming or addictive?
Milcef is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Milcef. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Milcef is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Milcef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Milcef
Taking Milcef with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Milcef
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Milcef.
Yes, Milcef can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.
Yes, Milcef can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.
Yes, Milcef can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, and Haemophilus parainfluenzae.
Yes, Milcef can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Milcef along with aspirin if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Milcef can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Milcef along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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