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Cef (Alkem), a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Cef (Alkem) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Cef (Alkem) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cef (Alkem) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cef (Alkem) go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Cef (Alkem)'s effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cef (Alkem) related warnings talks about Cef (Alkem)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cef (Alkem) contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Cef (Alkem) have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cef (Alkem) is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cef (Alkem) is used to treat the following -
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 |
| Adult(Male) |
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| Geriatric |
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| Adult(Female) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cef (Alkem) is used -
Is the use of Cef (Alkem) safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cef in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cef (Alkem) safe during breastfeeding?
Cef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cef (Alkem) on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cef on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cef (Alkem) on the Liver?
Using Cef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cef (Alkem) on the Heart?
Cef is not harmful for the heart.
Cef (Alkem) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cef (Alkem) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cef (Alkem) habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cef (Alkem) is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cef (Alkem) you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cef (Alkem) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cef (Alkem) is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cef (Alkem)
It is safe to take Cef (Alkem) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cef (Alkem)
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cef (Alkem).
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; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312
