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

Cefex 100 Tablet Information

Cefex 100 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Cefex 100 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Cefex 100 Tablet 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Cefex 100 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Cefex 100 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Cefex 100 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cefex 100 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Cefex 100 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Cefex 100 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Cefex 100 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Cefex Benefits & Uses
Cefex Dosage & How to Take
Cefex Side Effects
Cefex Related Warnings
Cefex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cefex
Cefex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cefex 100 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cefex 100 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Cefex 100 Tablet 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefex 100 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefex 100 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Cefex in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Cefex 100 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cefex.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefex 100 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Cefex has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefex 100 Tablet on the Liver?

Cefex is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefex 100 Tablet on the Heart?

You can take Cefex without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Cefex 100 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefex 100 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cefex 100 Tablet

Is this Cefex 100 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cefex 100 Tablet has not been reported.

No
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 Cefex 100 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Cefex 100 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cefex 100 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cefex 100 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefex 100 Tablet

You can take Cefex 100 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefex 100 Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefex 100 Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefex 100 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

What is Cefex?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cefex is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cefex with augmentin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefex 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I buy Cefex over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Cefex 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cefex for cough?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefex 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cefex cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefex can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.