Maxceft: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Maxceft Information

Maxceft is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Maxceft also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Maxceft depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Maxceft include Diarrhoea, Abdominal Pain, Heartburn. Some other side effects of Maxceft have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Maxceft are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Maxceft is Unknown for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Maxceft has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Maxceft related warnings section.

Maxceft is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects.

Drug interactions for Maxceft have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Maxceft is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Maxceft Benefits & Uses

Maxceft is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Bronchitis
Throat Infection
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Maxceft 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 200 mg cefixime and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Adult	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 200 mg cefixime and 125 mg clavulanic acid
Geriatric	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 200 mg cefixime and 125 mg clavulanic acid

Maxceft Related Warnings

Is the use of Maxceft safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Maxceft during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Maxceft safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Maxceft. If you see any side effects, stop taking Maxceft immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Maxceft again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Maxceft on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Maxceft on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Maxceft. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Maxceft on the Heart?

Information about safety of Maxceft for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Maxceft with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Furosemide

Warfarin

Amikacin

Nifedipine

Maxceft Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Maxceft

Is this Maxceft habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Maxceft is addictive.

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

After taking Maxceft you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Maxceft only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Maxceft for mental disorders.

No

Maxceft Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Maxceft

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Maxceft together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Maxceft

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Maxceft and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Maxceft

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Maxceft with doxycyclin?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Maxceft and doxycyclin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interactions exist between them. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Maxceft?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Maxceft can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Maxceft works?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Maxceft works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Maxceft on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Discontinuing Maxceft in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case 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 I take Maxceft with augmentin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Maxceft can be taken with augmentin, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.