Cefigard Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefigard Syrup Information

Cefigard Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. The alternative uses of Cefigard Syrup have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefigard Syrup. 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 side effects typically associated with Cefigard Syrup include Bloating or fullness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence. Such side effects of Cefigard Syrup normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Cefigard Syrup's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Safe while nursing. In addition, Cefigard Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefigard Syrup related warnings section.

Cefigard Syrup can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cefigard Syrup in conditions like Allergy.

Drug reaction of Cefigard Syrup with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefigard Syrup is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Cefigard Syrup Benefits & Uses

Cefigard Syrup is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis
Throat Infection
Ear Infection
Gonorrhea

Cefigard Syrup 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

Cefigard Syrup Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefigard Syrup safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Cefigard during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Cefigard Syrup safe during breastfeeding?

Cefigard is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefigard Syrup on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cefigard. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefigard Syrup on the Liver?

Cefigard may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefigard Syrup on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Cefigard on heart. So it is not known whether taking Cefigard will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Cefigard Syrup Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Cefigard Syrup

Is this Cefigard Syrup habit forming or addictive?

Cefigard Syrup does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cefigard Syrup since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Cefigard Syrup is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Cefigard Syrup in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cefigard Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefigard Syrup

Taking Cefigard Syrup with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefigard Syrup

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Cefigard Syrup as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Cefigard Syrup

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Cefigard?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Cefigard can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigard for cough?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefigard can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Cefigard on my own without doctors advice?

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

Discontinuing Cefigard in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigard without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Cefigard is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefigard with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Cefigard 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.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)

KD Tripathi. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Eighth Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2019

Cefigard Syrup

Cefigard Syrup Information

Cefigard Syrup Benefits & Uses

Cefigard Syrup Dosage & How to Take

Cefigard Syrup Related Warnings

Cefigard Syrup Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Cefigard Syrup

Cefigard Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Cefigard Syrup

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Cefigard?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigard for cough?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Cefigard on my own without doctors advice?

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

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigard without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Cefigard with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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