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Twicef Benefits & Uses

Twicef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Endocarditis

Twicef 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

Twicef Side Effects

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

Severe

Diarrhoea
Allergic reaction
Joint pain
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Angioedema
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Urticaria

Twicef Related Warnings

Is the use of Twicef safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Twicef safely.

Safe
Is the use of Twicef safe during breastfeeding?

Twicef is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Twicef on the Kidneys?

Twicef rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Twicef on the Liver?

Twicef is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Twicef on the Heart?

You can take Twicef without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Twicef with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Twicef Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Twicef

Is this Twicef habit forming or addictive?

Twicef does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Twicef you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Twicef only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Twicef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Twicef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Twicef

It is safe to take Twicef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Twicef

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

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Twicef

Question over 5 years ago

Does Twicef help in acne?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Twicef might help in acne. It is used for the treatment of acne vulgaris along with other antibiotics before treating with isotretinoin.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Twicef contain penicillin or sulfa?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Twicef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Twicef make you drowsy?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Twicef does not make you drowsy. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Twicef treat BV (bacterial vaginosis)?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Twicef 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 almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Twicef?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Take Twicef as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.