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Stefi, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Other than this, Stefi has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Stefi is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Stefi as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Stefi are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Stefi has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Stefi's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Stefi related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Stefi have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Stefi with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Stefi is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Stefi 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 Stefi safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Stefi in pregnant women.
Is the use of Stefi safe during breastfeeding?
Stefi does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Stefi on the Kidneys?
Stefi rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Stefi on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Stefi on the liver.
What is the effect of Stefi on the Heart?
Stefi is not harmful for the heart.
Stefi 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 Stefi unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Stefi habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Stefi has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Stefi, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Stefi can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Stefi is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Stefi for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Stefi
Taking Stefi with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Stefi
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Stefi and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Stefi 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.
Stefi 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.
No, you can not buy Stefi over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Stefi can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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