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Cefinta is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefinta have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Cefinta is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Cefinta side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefinta 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.
It is also important to note that Cefinta has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cefinta related warnings talks about Cefinta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefinta contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Cefinta with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefinta, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cefinta 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 Cefinta is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cefinta safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefinta safely.
Is the use of Cefinta safe during breastfeeding?
Cefinta is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefinta on the Kidneys?
Cefinta has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefinta on the Liver?
Cefinta does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Cefinta on the Heart?
Using Cefinta does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cefinta 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 Cefinta unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefinta habit forming or addictive?
Cefinta does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cefinta. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefinta only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefinta cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cefinta
Taking Cefinta with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefinta
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefinta with alcohol will be.
Cefinta is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Cefinta 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.
Cefinta and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
No, you can not buy Cefinta 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, Cefinta is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience