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Q Cef, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Capsule, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Q Cef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Q Cef. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Q Cef are Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Q Cef as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Q Cef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Q Cef is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Q Cef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Q Cef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Q Cef have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Q Cef is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Q Cef 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Q Cef is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Q Cef safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Q Cef without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Q Cef safe during breastfeeding?
Q Cef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Q Cef on the Kidneys?
Q Cef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Q Cef on the Liver?
Using Q Cef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Q Cef on the Heart?
Q Cef is not harmful for the heart.
Q Cef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Q Cef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Q Cef habit forming or addictive?
Q Cef is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Q Cef as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Q Cef is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Q Cef in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Q Cef
Taking Q Cef with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Q Cef
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Q Cef and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Q Cef can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes. Since Q Cef is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised not to take Q Cef by yourself.
The dosage of Q Cef may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of the infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not have any effect on its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.
Discontinuing Q Cef 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, Q Cef 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.
Yes, Q Cef 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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