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Ceff 100 Drop is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Ceff 100 Drop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Ceff 100 Drop is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Ceff 100 Drop also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ceff 100 Drop as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Ceff 100 Drop 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.
Ceff 100 Drop's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Ceff 100 Drop related warnings talks about Ceff 100 Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ceff 100 Drop contraindications section.
Additionally, Ceff 100 Drop may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ceff 100 Drop is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Ceff 100 Drop 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 Ceff 100 Drop is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ceff 100 Drop safe for pregnant women?
Ceff is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Ceff 100 Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Ceff is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceff 100 Drop on the Kidneys?
Ceff rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ceff 100 Drop on the Liver?
Ceff does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Ceff 100 Drop on the Heart?
You can take Ceff without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ceff 100 Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceff 100 Drop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ceff 100 Drop has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ceff 100 Drop as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ceff 100 Drop only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ceff 100 Drop in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ceff 100 Drop
You can take Ceff 100 Drop with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceff 100 Drop
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ceff 100 Drop with alcohol will be.
Discontinuing Ceff 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.
Yes, Ceff is an antibiotic. It contains cefalexin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
Ceff is a brand name of cefalexin and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, and skin infections.
Ceff 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. Ceff 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.
Yes, Ceff might be used to treat sinusitis (Inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages) caused by bacteria (Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae). However, because of its poor activity against these bacteria Ceff is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300