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Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Kefdil is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Kefdil is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kefdil rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Kefdil does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Kefdil without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet
Taking Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet
Drinking alcohol while on Kefdil DT 125 Mg Tablet does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.
Kefdil contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against a wide variety of bacteria. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of a cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies. Kefdil is effective against bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Beta-hemolytic streptococci, Moraxella catarrhalis, Staphylococci strains, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella species.
Yes, Kefdil might cause a yeast infection because it antibiotic kills both bad bacteria and good bacteria as well. Good bacteria prevent the growth of yeast (fungi) in our body. The absence of these good bacteria that keeps them in check provides a favorable environment for the growth of yeast which results in yeast infection.
Yes, Kefdil might cause a rash which is a sign of an allergy to this drug. This occurs very rarely and this effect goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
No, Kefdil does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Kefdil is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Kefdil is an antibiotic. It contains cefadroxil which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
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