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Svcef, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Svcef have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Svcef 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Svcef as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Svcef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Svcef's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Svcef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Svcef related warnings section.
The section on Svcef contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Svcef may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Svcef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Svcef 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 Svcef safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Svcef safely.
Is the use of Svcef safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Svcef.
What is the effect of Svcef on the Kidneys?
Svcef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Svcef on the Liver?
Svcef is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Svcef on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Svcef for the heart.
Svcef 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 Svcef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Svcef habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Svcef is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Svcef you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Svcef is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Svcef for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Svcef
Taking Svcef with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Svcef
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Svcef.
Yes, Svcef has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Svcef 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.
Yes, Svcef 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, Svcef might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).
Yes, Svcef can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae which provides relief to the patient from fever, painful urination and abnormal discharge from reproductive organs (penis or vagina).
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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
