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Cefikab 200 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Cefikab 200 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Cefikab 200 Tablet 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cefikab 200 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Cefikab 200 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefikab 200 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Cefikab 200 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefikab 200 Tablet related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefikab 200 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Cefikab 200 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefikab 200 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cefikab 200 Tablet 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 |
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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Is the use of Cefikab 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cefikab in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefikab 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefikab.
What is the effect of Cefikab 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Cefikab has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefikab 200 Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Cefikab on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefikab 200 Tablet on the Heart?
Using Cefikab does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefikab 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefikab 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cefikab 200 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefikab 200 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cefikab 200 Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cefikab 200 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cefikab 200 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Cefikab 200 Tablet
You can take Cefikab 200 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefikab 200 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Cefikab 200 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Cefikab can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Cefikab and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Yes, Cefikab can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Yes Cefikab is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
Yes, Cefikab can be taken with augmentin, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
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