Salkef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Salkef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Salkef. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Salkef have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Salkef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Salkef is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Salkef related warnings talks about Salkef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Salkef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Salkef have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Salkef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Salkef 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Salkef is used -
Is the use of Salkef safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Salkef safely.
Is the use of Salkef safe during breastfeeding?
Salkef is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Salkef on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Salkef on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Salkef on the Liver?
Salkef does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Salkef on the Heart?
You can take Salkef without any fear of damage to the heart.
Salkef 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 Salkef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Salkef habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Salkef has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Salkef as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Salkef only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Salkef in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Salkef
Taking Salkef with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Salkef
Information about the interaction of Salkef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Salkef is not a sulfa drug. 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, Salkef can be taken with aspirin. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Salkef 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, Salkef 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, Salkef can cause nausea and vomiting, but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.
Yes, Salkef can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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