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

Pedicef Information

Pedicef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Pedicef have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pedicef. 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.

While these are the most often observed Pedicef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Pedicef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pedicef is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Pedicef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Pedicef related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Pedicef have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Pedicef may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pedicef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Pedicef Benefits & Uses
Pedicef Dosage & How to Take
Pedicef Side Effects
Pedicef Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Pedicef with Other Drugs
Pedicef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pedicef
Pedicef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pedicef Benefits & Uses

Pedicef 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

Pedicef 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

Pedicef Side Effects

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

Pedicef Related Warnings

Is the use of Pedicef safe for pregnant women?

Pedicef is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Pedicef safe during breastfeeding?

Pedicef does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Pedicef on the Kidneys?

Pedicef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Pedicef on the Liver?

Using Pedicef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pedicef on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pedicef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Pedicef Contraindications

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

Is this Pedicef habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Pedicef has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pedicef as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Pedicef is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Pedicef for mental disorders.

No

Pedicef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pedicef

Taking Pedicef with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pedicef

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Pedicef

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Pedicef cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pedicef can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.

Question about 6 years ago

How to use Pedicef?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Pedicef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Pedicef with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Pedicef can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Pedicef?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Pedicef can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Pedicef treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes Pedicef 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.