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Aricef 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Aricef is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Aricef safe for pregnant women?
Aricef is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Aricef safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Aricef.
What is the effect of Aricef on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Aricef on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Aricef on the Liver?
Aricef does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Aricef on the Heart?
Aricef is not harmful for the heart.
Aricef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aricef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aricef habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Aricef has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Aricef can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Aricef only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Aricef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aricef
Taking Aricef with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aricef
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Aricef with alcohol.
Yes, Aricef 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.
Aricef 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, Aricef 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.
Aricef works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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)
