Cefquad: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefquad Benefits & Uses

Cefquad is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Cefquad 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	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefquad Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefquad safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Cefquad has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Cefquad safe during breastfeeding?

Cefquad may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Cefquad, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Cefquad.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefquad on the Kidneys?

Cefquad can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefquad on the Liver?

Cefquad can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefquad on the Heart?

Cefquad has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cefquad with Other Drugs

Cefquad should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Cefquad Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Cefquad

Is this Cefquad habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cefquad is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cefquad as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Cefquad does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Cefquad in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cefquad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefquad

Taking Cefquad with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefquad

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cefquad.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefquad

Question about 4 years ago

Can I buy Cefquad over-the-counter?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Cefquad 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 over 4 years ago

Does Cefquad cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefquad can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Cefquad with doxycycline?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Cefquad and doxycycline 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I use Cefquad to treat pneumonia?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, you can use Cefquad to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Cefquad help in preventing cold?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Cefquad does not help in preventing cold, because common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.