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Cefilife 50 Tablet DT, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefilife 50 Tablet DT have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Cefilife 50 Tablet DT is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefilife 50 Tablet DT as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefilife 50 Tablet DT 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.
In addition, Cefilife 50 Tablet DT's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cefilife 50 Tablet DT related warnings talks about Cefilife 50 Tablet DT's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Cefilife 50 Tablet DT have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Cefilife 50 Tablet DT may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefilife 50 Tablet DT, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cefilife 50 Tablet DT is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Cefilife 50 Tablet DT safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Cefilife in pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefilife 50 Tablet DT safe during breastfeeding?
Cefilife does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Cefilife 50 Tablet DT on the Kidneys?
Cefilife rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefilife 50 Tablet DT on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Cefilife on the liver.
What is the effect of Cefilife 50 Tablet DT on the Heart?
Cefilife is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefilife 50 Tablet DT unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefilife 50 Tablet DT habit forming or addictive?
Cefilife 50 Tablet DT is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefilife 50 Tablet DT you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cefilife 50 Tablet DT only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefilife 50 Tablet DT cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cefilife 50 Tablet DT
Taking Cefilife 50 Tablet DT with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefilife 50 Tablet DT
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefilife 50 Tablet DT.
No, you can not buy Cefilife 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.
Cefilife works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.
Avoid taking Cefilife with azithromycin, because it can cause a heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then consult your doctor and follow his/her instruction.
Cefilife 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.
Cefilife can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)