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Sycef 250 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Sycef 250 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sycef 250 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sycef 250 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Sycef 250 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Sycef 250 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Sycef 250 Tablet related warnings talks about Sycef 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Sycef 250 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Sycef 250 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Sycef 250 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Sycef 250 Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sycef 250 Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Sycef 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Sycef in pregnant women.
Is the use of Sycef 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Sycef is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Sycef 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Sycef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sycef 250 Tablet on the Liver?
Sycef is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Sycef 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Sycef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Sycef 250 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sycef 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sycef 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Sycef 250 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Sycef 250 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Sycef 250 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Sycef 250 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sycef 250 Tablet
Taking Sycef 250 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sycef 250 Tablet
You may consume alcohol while taking Sycef 250 Tablet. But caution is still important.
No, Sycef does not contain penicillin or sulfa. It contains cefadroxil which belongs to the class of drug 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, Sycef might cause a yeast infection because it antibiotic kills both bad bacteria and good bacteria as well. Good bacteria prevent the growth of yeast (fungi) in our body. The absence of these good bacteria that keeps them in check provides a favorable environment for the growth of yeast which results in yeast infection.
Yes, Sycef might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
Sycef is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
Yes, Sycef can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes. It can also treat tonsillitis which is inflammation of tonsils caused by the same bacteria (Streptococcus pyogenes). Since Sycef is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised to not take it by yourself.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Duricef® (cefadroxil monohydrate)
