Cefal Information
Cefal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Gonorrhea, Meningitis. Other than this, Cefal has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Cefal is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Cefal have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Cefal are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Cefal's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Cefal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cefal related warnings section.
Cefal is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Jaundice, Drug Allergy are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefal contraindications section.
Besides this, Cefal may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefal is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cefal Benefits & Uses
Cefal is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Cefal 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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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Cefal Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefal is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- पेट दर्द
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Sore throat
- Steven-johnsons syndrome
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Rash
- Headache
- Urticaria
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Chills
- पेट की गैस
- Flushing
Cefal Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cefal safe for pregnant women?
Cefal is safe for pregnant women.
Safe -
Is the use of Cefal safe during breastfeeding?
Cefal may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cefal on the Kidneys?
Cefal may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cefal on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cefal on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cefal on the Heart?
Cefal is not harmful for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Cefal with Other Drugs
Cefal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Cefal Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Jaundice
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Drug Allergy
- Syphilis
Frequently asked Questions about Cefal
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Is this Cefal habit forming or addictive?
Cefal is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefal you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Cefal is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cefal in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Cefal Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cefal
You can take Cefal with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefal
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cefal and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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; Ceftriaxone
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727-728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311
