Cacef 100 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cacef Benefits & Uses

Cacef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Cacef 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
Adult	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cacef Related Warnings

Is the use of Cacef safe for pregnant women?

Cacef has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Cacef safe during breastfeeding?

Cacef can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cacef on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Cacef. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cacef on the Liver?

Cacef can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cacef on the Heart?

Side effects of Cacef rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cacef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Cacef Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Cacef

Is this Cacef habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cacef.

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

Cacef does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Cacef is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cacef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cacef

You can take Cacef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cacef

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cacef with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cacef

Question about 5 years ago

Is Cacef safe to use?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Cacef is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I use Cacef to treat pneumonia?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, you can use Cacef to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Cacef on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 4 years ago

Can I buy Cacef over-the-counter?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Cacef 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cacef cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Rarely Cacef can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.