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Realcef is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Other than this, Realcef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Realcef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Realcef are Bloating or fullness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence. These side effects of Realcef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Realcef has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Realcef related warnings talks about Realcef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Realcef is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.
Additionally, Realcef may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Realcef is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Realcef 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Realcef safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Realcef 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 Realcef safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Realcef.
What is the effect of Realcef on the Kidneys?
Realcef may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Realcef on the Liver?
Realcef may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Realcef on the Heart?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Realcef on heart. So it is not known whether taking Realcef will cause side effects on heart or not.
Realcef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Realcef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Realcef habit forming or addictive?
Realcef does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Realcef will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Realcef should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Realcef for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Realcef
Taking Realcef with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Realcef
Consumption of alcohol and Realcef together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes Realcef 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.
Yes, Realcef can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
Realcef 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.
Discontinuing Realcef in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Realcef 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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