Kefodime 100 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Kefodime Benefits & Uses

Kefodime is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Kefodime 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: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Kefodime Related Warnings

Is the use of Kefodime safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Kefodime.

Mild
Is the use of Kefodime safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Kefodime. Immediately discontinue Kefodime if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Kefodime on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Kefodime. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Kefodime on the Liver?

Kefodime can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Kefodime on the Heart?

Kefodime may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Kefodime with Other Drugs

Kefodime should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Kefodime Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Kefodime

Is this Kefodime habit forming or addictive?

Kefodime is not addictive in nature.

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

Kefodime will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Kefodime is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

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

No

Kefodime Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Kefodime

You can take Kefodime with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Kefodime

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Kefodime

Question over 4 years ago

Does Kefodime cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Kefodime can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Kefodime?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Kefodime should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Kefodime cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Occasionally, Kefodime can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Kefodime used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Kefodime is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Kefodime for cough?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, Kefodime can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. However, if a cough gets severe and does not subside after taking this drug. Do consult a doctor for the right treatment.