Cecef Information
Cecef is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Cecef have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Cecef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cecef as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cecef go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cecef has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cecef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Cecef can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cecef in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. The section on Cecef contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Cecef have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cecef is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Cecef Benefits & Uses
Cecef is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Other Benefits
Cecef 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Cecef Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cecef is used -
Moderate
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Mild
- Headache
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Unknown
- Uncoordinated Body Movements
- Hearing Loss
- Renal Impairment
- Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Cecef Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cecef safe for pregnant women?
Cecef shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Cecef safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Cecef in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Cecef on the Kidneys?
Effects of Cecef on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Cecef on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cecef on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cecef on the Heart?
Cecef is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Cecef with Other Drugs
Cecef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Cecef Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cecef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Dehydration
- Parkinson's Disease
- Calcium Deficiency
- Hearing Loss
- Kidney Disease
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Cecef
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Is this Cecef habit forming or addictive?
Cecef is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cecef will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Cecef is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cecef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Cecef Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cecef
Taking Cecef with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cecef
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cecef with alcohol.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Arikayce (amikacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 749
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 136-137
