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Secef, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Capsule, Tablet, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Secef have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Secef 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.
While these are the most often observed Secef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Secef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Secef's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Secef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Secef related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Secef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Secef with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Secef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Secef 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Secef safe for pregnant women?
Secef is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Secef safe during breastfeeding?
Secef does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Secef on the Kidneys?
Secef rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Secef on the Liver?
Secef does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Secef on the Heart?
Secef is completely safe for the heart.
Secef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Secef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Secef habit forming or addictive?
Secef is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Secef. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Secef only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Secef for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Secef
Taking Secef with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Secef
Information about the interaction of Secef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Secef can be taken with augmentin, 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.
Yes, Secef can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.
Secef and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Yes Secef 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.
Discontinuing Secef 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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