Happycef 250 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Happycef Information

Happycef, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Happycef have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Happycef depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Happycef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Happycef go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Happycef has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Happycef related warnings talks about Happycef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

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

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

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

Happycef Benefits & Uses

Happycef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Happycef 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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Happycef Side Effects

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

Happycef Related Warnings

Is the use of Happycef safe for pregnant women?

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

Safe
Is the use of Happycef safe during breastfeeding?

Happycef does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Happycef on the Kidneys?

Happycef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Happycef on the Liver?

Happycef does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Happycef on the Heart?

Happycef is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Happycef with Other Drugs

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

Happycef Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Happycef

Is this Happycef habit forming or addictive?

Happycef does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Happycef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Happycef can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Happycef only as per medical advice.

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

No, Happycef is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Happycef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Happycef

You can take Happycef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Happycef

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Happycef with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Happycef

Question over 5 years ago

Does Happycef cover MRSA infections?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Happycef without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Happycef 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 to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Happycef with paracetamol?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Happycef can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Happycef along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Happycef treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Happycef can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Happycef cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Happycef does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Happycef. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.