Keflor Tablet Information

Keflor Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Ear Infection, Sinusitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Keflor Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Keflor Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Keflor Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Keflor Tablet 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.

It is also important to note that Keflor Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Keflor Tablet related warnings talks about Keflor Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Keflor Tablet contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Keflor Tablet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Keflor Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Keflor Tablet Benefits & Uses

Keflor Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)

Other Benefits

Keflor Tablet 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Keflor Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Keflor Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Keflor safely.

Safe
Is the use of Keflor Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Keflor.

Safe
What is the effect of Keflor Tablet on the Kidneys?

Keflor may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Keflor Tablet on the Liver?

Keflor is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Keflor Tablet on the Heart?

You can take Keflor without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Keflor Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Keflor Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Keflor Tablet

Is this Keflor Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Keflor Tablet has not been reported.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Keflor Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Keflor Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Keflor Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Keflor Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Keflor Tablet

It is safe to take Keflor Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Keflor Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Keflor Tablet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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