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

Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet Information

Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Gigacef Benefits & Uses
Gigacef Dosage & How to Take
Gigacef Side Effects
Gigacef Related Warnings
Gigacef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Gigacef
Gigacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet 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

Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet 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

Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet 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

Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Gigacef safely.

Safe
Is the use of Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Gigacef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Gigacef on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Gigacef does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

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

Safe

Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Kidney Disease
Gastritis
Vitamin K Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet

Is this Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet

Taking Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet

Taking Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Gigacef 250 Mg Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Gigacef if I am allergic to penicillin?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gigacef can be taken if you are allergic to penicillin but caution must be taken because scientific evidence suggests that cross-sensitivity can occur up to 10% of patients with a history of penicillin allergy.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Gigacef on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Discontinuing Gigacef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Gigacef make you drowsy?

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

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

Question over 5 years ago

Is Gigacef an antibiotic?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Gigacef is an antibiotic. It contains cefadroxil which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Gigacef cause hair loss?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Gigacef does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Gigacef is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.