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Secef Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Secef Capsule have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Secef Capsule is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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, Secef Capsule can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Secef Capsule 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Secef Capsule is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Secef Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Secef Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Secef Capsule may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Secef Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Secef Capsule 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 Secef Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Secef is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Secef Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Secef does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Secef Capsule on the Kidneys?
Secef rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Secef Capsule on the Liver?
Secef does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Secef Capsule on the Heart?
Secef is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Secef Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Secef Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Secef Capsule 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 Capsule. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Secef Capsule only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Secef Capsule for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Secef Capsule
Taking Secef Capsule with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Secef Capsule
Information about the interaction of Secef Capsule 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.
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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
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)
