Alcef O Tablet DT: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Alcef O Information

Alcef O is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Other than this, Alcef O has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Alcef O depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Alcef O have been listed ahead. These side effects of Alcef O are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Alcef O has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Alcef O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Alcef O contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Alcef O have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Alcef O is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Alcef O Benefits & Uses

Alcef O is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Alcef O 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Alcef O Related Warnings

Is the use of Alcef O safe for pregnant women?

Alcef O is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Alcef O safe during breastfeeding?

Alcef O does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Alcef O on the Kidneys?

Alcef O has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Alcef O on the Liver?

Alcef O is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Alcef O on the Heart?

Alcef O is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Alcef O with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Alcef O Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alcef O

Is this Alcef O habit forming or addictive?

Alcef O does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Alcef O should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Alcef O cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Alcef O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alcef O

You can take Alcef O with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Alcef O

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Alcef O

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Alcef O good for tooth infection?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Alcef O can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Alcef O with amoxicillin?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Alcef O 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Alcef O with augmentin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Alcef O 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Alcef O?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Alcef O is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I buy Alcef O over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Alcef O over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.