Zencef: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zencef Information

Zencef is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. Zencef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zencef. 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, Zencef can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zencef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

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

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

Additionally, Zencef may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zencef is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Zencef Benefits & Uses

Zencef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Skin Infections
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Endocarditis

Zencef 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
Adult	Disease: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Endocarditis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zencef Related Warnings

Is the use of Zencef safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Zencef without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Zencef safe during breastfeeding?

Zencef does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zencef on the Kidneys?

Zencef rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zencef on the Liver?

Zencef is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zencef on the Heart?

Zencef is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zencef with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Zencef Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Zencef

Is this Zencef habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Zencef.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Zencef 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 Zencef for mental disorders.

No

Zencef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zencef

You can take Zencef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zencef

Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Zencef does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Zencef

Question over 5 years ago

Is Zencef an antibiotic?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

Yes, Zencef is an antibiotic. It contains cefadroxil which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Zencef treat BV (bacterial vaginosis)?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zencef might treat BV (bacterial vaginosis) which is the excessive growth of bacteria in the vagina. Scientific evidence suggests that it can be used for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zencef with ibuprofen?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zencef can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Zencef along with ibuprofen.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Zencef with Benadryl?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes Zencef can be taken with diphenhydramine. Diphenhydramine does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Zencef. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Zencef cause yeast infection?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Zencef 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.