Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension
- Manufactured by: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Contains / Salt: Cefixime (50 mg)
Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension
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- Manufactured by: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Contains / Salt: Cefixime (50 mg)
Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
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Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension Information
Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. It is typically used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension 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, Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension related warnings talks about Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension Benefits & Uses
Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension 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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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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Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cefolac without worrying about any side effects.
Safe -
Is the use of Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Cefolac does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
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What is the effect of Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cefolac on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension on the Liver?
Cefolac is not harmful for the liver.
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What is the effect of Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension on the Heart?
Using Cefolac does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension with Other Drugs
Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension 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 Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension
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Is this Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension.
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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 Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension 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, Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension
Taking Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension with food does not harm your health.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension with alcohol.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Cefolac 50 Oral Suspension
Question about 3 years ago
Is Cefolac safe to use?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Cefolac is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Question over 3 years ago
What is Cefolac?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician
Cefolac 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 3 years ago
Can I take Cefolac with paracetamol?

Dr. Anjum Mujawar MBBS , Diabetology
Yes, Cefolac can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Question about 3 years ago
Can I buy Cefolac over-the-counter?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician
No, you can not buy Cefolac 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 3 years ago
Can I take Cefolac with doxycyclin?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician
Cefolac 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.
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