Zefu Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zefu Syrup Information

Zefu Syrup is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Secondary and off-label uses of Zefu Syrup have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Zefu Syrup 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 Zefu Syrup as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zefu Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zefu Syrup is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Zefu Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zefu Syrup related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Zefu Syrup are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Zefu Syrup have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Zefu Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Zefu Benefits & Uses
Zefu Dosage & How to Take
Zefu Side Effects
Zefu Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Zefu with Other Drugs
Zefu Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Zefu
Zefu Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Zefu Syrup Benefits & Uses

Zefu Syrup is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Zefu Syrup Dosage & How to Take

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
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zefu Syrup Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zefu Syrup is used -

Zefu Syrup Related Warnings

Is the use of Zefu Syrup safe for pregnant women?

Zefu is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Zefu Syrup safe during breastfeeding?

Zefu does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zefu Syrup on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Zefu on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Zefu Syrup on the Liver?

Zefu does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zefu Syrup on the Heart?

Zefu is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zefu Syrup with Other Drugs

Zefu Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Zefu Syrup Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zefu Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Zefu Syrup

Is this Zefu Syrup habit forming or addictive?

Zefu Syrup is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zefu Syrup. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Zefu Syrup only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Zefu Syrup for mental disorders.

No

Zefu Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zefu Syrup

Taking Zefu Syrup with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zefu Syrup

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Zefu Syrup and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zefu Syrup

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zefu affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Zefu can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zefu cover MRSA infections?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Zefu does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Zefu.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zefu affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zefu 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).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zefu cover enterococcus?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Zefu does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Zefu. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.