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Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. The alternative uses of Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Mucokef can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Mucokef. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Mucokef. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule on the Liver?
Mucokef is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule on the Heart?
Mucokef is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule
There is no information on the effects of taking Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Mucokef 250 Mg/4 Mg Capsule with alcohol will be.
No, Mucokef does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Mucokef. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Pseudomonas species.
Take Mucokef as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Mucokef can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae.
Mucokef contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Mucokef is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Streptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Discontinuing Mucokef on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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