Keftil CV: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Keftil CV Benefits & Uses

Keftil CV is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Keftil CV 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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 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: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Keftil CV Related Warnings

Is the use of Keftil CV safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Keftil CV safely.

Safe
Is the use of Keftil CV safe during breastfeeding?

Keftil CV is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Keftil CV on the Kidneys?

Keftil CV may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Keftil CV on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Keftil CV on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Keftil CV on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Keftil CV with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amiloride

Methotrexate

Moderate

Warfarin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Mild

Allopurinol

Keftil CV Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Keftil CV

Is this Keftil CV habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Keftil CV.

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

After taking Keftil CV, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Keftil CV can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Keftil CV is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Keftil CV is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Keftil CV Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Keftil CV

Some foods when eaten with Keftil CV can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Keftil CV

Information about the interaction of Keftil CV and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Keftil CV

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Keftil CV?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The dosage of Keftil CV may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Keftil CV a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Keftil CV is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Keftil CV cover anaerobes?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Keftil CV covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Keftil CV.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Keftil CV affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Keftil CV can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.