Extacef DS Dry Syrup Information

Extacef DS Dry Syrup is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Extacef DS Dry Syrup have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Extacef DS Dry Syrup. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Extacef DS Dry Syrup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Extacef DS Dry Syrup 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.

In addition, Extacef DS Dry Syrup's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Extacef DS Dry Syrup has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Extacef DS Dry Syrup related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Extacef DS Dry Syrup are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Extacef DS Dry Syrup have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Extacef DS Dry Syrup is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Extacef Benefits & Uses
Extacef Dosage & How to Take
Extacef Side Effects
Extacef Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Extacef with Other Drugs
Extacef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Extacef
Extacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Extacef DS Dry Syrup Benefits & Uses

Extacef DS Dry Syrup 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)
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

Extacef DS 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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

Extacef DS Dry Syrup Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Extacef DS Dry Syrup 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

Extacef DS Dry Syrup Related Warnings

Is the use of Extacef DS Dry Syrup safe for pregnant women?

Extacef is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Extacef DS Dry Syrup safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Extacef.

Safe
What is the effect of Extacef DS Dry Syrup on the Kidneys?

Extacef rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Extacef DS Dry Syrup on the Liver?

Extacef is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Extacef DS Dry Syrup on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Extacef DS Dry Syrup with Other Drugs

Extacef DS Dry Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Extacef DS Dry Syrup Contraindications

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

Is this Extacef DS Dry Syrup habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Extacef DS Dry Syrup has not been reported.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Extacef DS Dry Syrup as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Extacef DS Dry Syrup should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Extacef DS Dry Syrup in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Extacef DS Dry Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Extacef DS Dry Syrup

It is safe to take Extacef DS Dry Syrup with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Extacef DS Dry Syrup

Information about the interaction of Extacef DS Dry Syrup and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
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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April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)

Extacef DS Dry Syrup

Extacef DS Dry Syrup

Extacef DS Dry Syrup Information

Extacef DS Dry Syrup Benefits & Uses

Extacef DS Dry Syrup Dosage & How to Take

Extacef DS Dry Syrup Side Effects

Extacef DS Dry Syrup Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Extacef DS Dry Syrup with Other Drugs

Extacef DS Dry Syrup Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Extacef DS Dry Syrup

Extacef DS Dry Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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