Elicef Dry Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Elicef Dry Syrup Information

Elicef Dry Syrup is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Elicef Dry Syrup have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Elicef Dry Syrup 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Elicef Dry Syrup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Elicef Dry Syrup normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Elicef Dry Syrup's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Elicef Dry Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Elicef Dry Syrup related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Elicef Dry Syrup have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Elicef Dry Syrup with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Elicef Dry Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Elicef Benefits & Uses
Elicef Dosage & How to Take
Elicef Side Effects
Elicef Related Warnings
Elicef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Elicef
Elicef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Elicef Dry Syrup Benefits & Uses

Elicef Dry Syrup is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

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
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Elicef Dry Syrup 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: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Elicef Dry Syrup Related Warnings

Is the use of Elicef Dry Syrup safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Elicef in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Elicef Dry Syrup safe during breastfeeding?

Elicef is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Elicef Dry Syrup on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Elicef on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Elicef Dry Syrup on the Liver?

Using Elicef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Elicef Dry Syrup on the Heart?

Using Elicef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Elicef Dry Syrup Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Elicef Dry Syrup 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 Elicef Dry Syrup

Is this Elicef Dry Syrup habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Elicef Dry Syrup has not been reported.

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

After taking Elicef Dry Syrup, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Elicef Dry Syrup can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Elicef Dry Syrup 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?

Elicef Dry Syrup is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Elicef Dry Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Elicef Dry Syrup

It is safe to take Elicef Dry Syrup with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Elicef Dry Syrup

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Elicef Dry Syrup and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Elicef Dry Syrup

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Elicef treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes Elicef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Elicef?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Elicef 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 4 years ago

Can I take Elicef with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Elicef 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Elicef with augmentin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Elicef 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Elicef cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Elicef can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.