Halocef Information

Halocef, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Syrup, Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Sinusitis. The alternative uses of Halocef have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Halocef. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Halocef as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Halocef 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.

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

Some other conditions that can be affected by Halocef are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Halocef have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Halocef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Halocef Benefits & Uses
Halocef Dosage & How to Take
Halocef Side Effects
Halocef Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Halocef with Other Drugs
Halocef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Halocef
Halocef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Halocef Benefits & Uses

Halocef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)

Other Benefits

Halocef 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

Halocef Related Warnings

Is the use of Halocef safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Halocef in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Halocef safe during breastfeeding?

Halocef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Halocef on the Kidneys?

Halocef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Halocef on the Liver?

Using Halocef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Halocef on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Halocef for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Halocef with Other Drugs

Halocef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Probenecid

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Furosemide

Halocef Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Halocef

Is this Halocef habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Halocef has not been reported.

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

After taking Halocef you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Halocef should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Halocef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Halocef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Halocef

It is safe to take Halocef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Halocef

Information about the interaction of Halocef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Karlor® Cd (cefaclor)