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Cepharil is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Cepharil has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Cepharil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Common side effects of Cepharil include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. While these are the most often observed Cepharil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cepharil are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cepharil is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cepharil related warnings talks about Cepharil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cepharil contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Cepharil have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cepharil, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cepharil 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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Is the use of Cepharil safe for pregnant women?
Cepharil is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cepharil safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Cepharil.
What is the effect of Cepharil on the Kidneys?
Cepharil rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cepharil on the Liver?
Cepharil does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Cepharil on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cepharil for the heart.
Cepharil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cepharil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cepharil habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cepharil.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Cepharil since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cepharil only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cepharil is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cepharil
It is safe to take Cepharil with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cepharil
Information about the interaction of Cepharil and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Cepharil does not treat scabies which is a contagious skin infestation caused by the mite (Sarcoptes scabiei). It is not recommended for the treatment of scabies because Cepharil is not a scabicidal agent.
Yes, Cepharil might cause itching. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing itching after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, Cepharil can treat pneumonia. Along with pneumonia, it can also be used in the treatment of bronchitis caused by bacteria Streptococcus pneumoniae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Haemophilus influenzae.
Take Cepharil as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
Cepharil is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
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