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Salcef is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Salcef have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Salcef 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Salcef can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Salcef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Salcef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Salcef related warnings talks about Salcef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Salcef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Salcef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Salcef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Salcef 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 Salcef safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Salcef in pregnant women.
Is the use of Salcef safe during breastfeeding?
Salcef does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Salcef on the Kidneys?
Salcef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Salcef on the Liver?
Salcef is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Salcef on the Heart?
You can take Salcef without any fear of damage to the heart.
Salcef 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 Salcef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Salcef habit forming or addictive?
Salcef is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Salcef. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Salcef only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Salcef is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Salcef
You can take Salcef with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Salcef
Information about the interaction of Salcef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Salcef does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Salcef.
No, Salcef does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Salcef. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
No, Salcef does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
Yes, Salcef 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.
The dosage of Salcef may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312
