Cifigold Information
Cifigold is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Cifigold have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Cifigold 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Cifigold side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cifigold go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cifigold is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Cifigold's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Cifigold are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Cifigold may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cifigold is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cifigold Benefits & Uses
Cifigold is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
- Tonsillitis
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Gonorrhea
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
- Meningitis
- Blood Infection
- Lyme disease
Other Benefits
- Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
- Throat Infection
- Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
- Pneumonia
- Kidney Infection
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
- Neutropenia
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
- Peritonitis
- Food Poisoning
- Brain Infection
Cifigold 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Cifigold Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cifigold is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट दर्द
Mild
- Rash
- Headache
- पेट की गैस
- Dyspepsia
- Urticaria
- Maculopapular rash
Cifigold Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cifigold safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Cifigold safely.
Safe -
Is the use of Cifigold safe during breastfeeding?
Cifigold does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Cifigold on the Kidneys?
Cifigold rarely affects the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Cifigold on the Liver?
Cifigold does not damage the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Cifigold on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cifigold for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Cifigold with Other Drugs
Cifigold should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Cifigold Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cifigold 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 Cifigold
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Is this Cifigold habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cifigold.
No -
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 Cifigold can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, Cifigold 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, Cifigold cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Cifigold Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cifigold
Taking Cifigold with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cifigold
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cifigold with alcohol will be.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Cifigold
Question over 6 years ago
Is Cifigold good for tooth infection?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
Yes, Cifigold can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
Question about 7 years ago
What is Cifigold?
Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician
Cifigold 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 over 6 years ago
Can I take Cifigold with amoxicillin?
Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician
Cifigold and amoxicillin can be taken together, 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.
Question almost 7 years ago
Can I take Cifigold without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician
Cifigold is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Question almost 7 years ago
Is Cifigold safe to use?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology
Yes, Cifigold 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.
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