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Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet 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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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Pegacef safely.
Is the use of Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Pegacef.
What is the effect of Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Pegacef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Pegacef is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Pegacef is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet
Taking Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pegacef 100 Mg Tablet with alcohol.
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.
No, you can not buy Pegacef 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.
Pegacef 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.
Avoid taking Pegacef 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.
Yes, Pegacef can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)
