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Zefu Syrup is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Secondary and off-label uses of Zefu Syrup have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Zefu Syrup is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zefu Syrup as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zefu Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zefu Syrup is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Zefu Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zefu Syrup related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Zefu Syrup are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Zefu Syrup have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zefu Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zefu Syrup 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Zefu Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Zefu is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Zefu Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Zefu does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Zefu Syrup on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Zefu on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Zefu Syrup on the Liver?
Zefu does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Zefu Syrup on the Heart?
Zefu is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zefu Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zefu Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Zefu Syrup is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zefu Syrup. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Zefu Syrup only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zefu Syrup for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zefu Syrup
Taking Zefu Syrup with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zefu Syrup
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Zefu Syrup and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
The dosage of Zefu may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
Yes, Zefu is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
Zefu 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.
No, Zefu does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Zefu. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.
No, Zefu does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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