Cefree Information
Cefree is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Cefree depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Cefree Benefits & Uses
Cefree is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Other Benefits
Cefree 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 |
Cefree Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cefree is used -
Moderate
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
- Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
- Confusion
Mild
Cefree Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cefree safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Cefree has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Mild -
Is the use of Cefree safe during breastfeeding?
Cefree can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Cefree on the Kidneys?
Cefree may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Cefree on the Liver?
Cefree 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 Cefree on the Heart?
Side effects of Cefree rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Cefree with Other Drugs
Cefree should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Cefree Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefree unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
- Pseudomonas Infections
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
Frequently asked Questions about Cefree
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Is this Cefree habit forming or addictive?
Cefree does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cefree will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Cefree is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Safe -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cefree is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Cefree Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cefree
Taking Cefree with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefree
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cefree with alcohol will be.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Cefree
Question about 6 years ago
Can I buy Cefree over-the-counter?
Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician
No, you can not buy Cefree 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 7 years ago
Is Cefree used in the treatment of typhoid fever?
Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Cefree is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Question over 6 years ago
Can I take Cefree for cough?
Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician
Yes, Cefree can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if a cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.
Question about 7 years ago
How to take Cefree?
Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician
Cefree should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Question almost 7 years ago
Can I take Cefree with doxycycline?
Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician
Cefree 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.
See all substitutes for Cefree
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- Doxcef 100 Tablet - ₹118
- Ezypod 50 Dry Syrup 30ml - ₹70
- Cepodem 200 Tablet - ₹178
- Cepodem 100mg/5ml DS Suspension - ₹173
- Cepodem DT 50 Tablet - ₹111
- Dcrocef 50 Dry Syrup - ₹70
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- Macpod 100 Oral Suspension - ₹110
- Gudcef DS Oral Drops - ₹71
- Cepodem 100 Dry Suspension - ₹151
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311
