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Cefinta is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Cefinta have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Cefinta 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.
While these are the most often observed Cefinta side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefinta 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 Cefinta has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cefinta related warnings talks about Cefinta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cefinta contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Cefinta with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Cefinta, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cefinta 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Cefinta safe for pregnant women?
Cefinta is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cefinta safe during breastfeeding?
Cefinta is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cefinta on the Kidneys?
Cefinta rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cefinta on the Liver?
Cefinta is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cefinta on the Heart?
Cefinta is not harmful for the heart.
Cefinta should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefinta unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cefinta habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cefinta is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cefinta, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cefinta can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cefinta is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cefinta for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cefinta
It is safe to take Cefinta with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefinta
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cefinta and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Cefinta and amoxicillin can be taken together, 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.
Cefinta and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Cefinta can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Cefinta 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.
Yes Cefinta is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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