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Ceof is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Ceof have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ceof depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Ceof side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ceof 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.
In addition, Ceof's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Ceof's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ceof related warnings section.
Ceof is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Ceof have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Ceof have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Ceof, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ceof 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ceof is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ceof safe for pregnant women?
Ceof may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ceof again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ceof safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Ceof. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Ceof on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ceof on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ceof on the Liver?
Ceof has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ceof on the Heart?
Ceof may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ceof should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ceof unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ceof habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ceof is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Ceof
Taking Ceof with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceof
Taking Ceof with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, you can not buy Ceof 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.
Yes, Ceof can be taken with augmentin, 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.
Yes Ceof 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.
Ceof 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.
Yes, Ceof 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)
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