Q Cef 250 Capsule

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Q Cef 250 Capsule Information

Q Cef 250 Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Q Cef 250 Capsule has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Q Cef 250 Capsule depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Q Cef 250 Capsule include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Q Cef 250 Capsule can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Q Cef 250 Capsule 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 Q Cef 250 Capsule is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Q Cef 250 Capsule related warnings talks about Q Cef 250 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Q Cef 250 Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Q Cef 250 Capsule may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Q Cef 250 Capsule is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Q Cef 250 Capsule Benefits & Uses

Q Cef 250 Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Q Cef 250 Capsule 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: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Q Cef 250 Capsule Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Q Cef 250 Capsule is used -

Severe

  • Diarrhoea

Moderate

  • Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Common

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Allergic reaction
  • Rash
  • पेट दर्द

Q Cef 250 Capsule Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Q Cef 250 Capsule safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Q Cef safely.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Q Cef 250 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?


    Q Cef is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Q Cef 250 Capsule on the Kidneys?


    Q Cef rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Q Cef 250 Capsule on the Liver?


    Q Cef does not damage the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Q Cef 250 Capsule on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Q Cef for the heart.

    Safe


Q Cef 250 Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Q Cef 250 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Q Cef 250 Capsule

  • Is this Q Cef 250 Capsule habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Q Cef 250 Capsule has not been reported.

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


    Q Cef 250 Capsule will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Q Cef 250 Capsule 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?


    Q Cef 250 Capsule is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Q Cef 250 Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Q Cef 250 Capsule


    It is safe to take Q Cef 250 Capsule with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Q Cef 250 Capsule


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Q Cef 250 Capsule with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Q Cef 250 Capsule

Question over 3 years ago

Can I take Q Cef with prednisone?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Q Cef can be taken with prednisone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Q Cef along with prednisone. 

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Q Cef cover anaerobes?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Q Cef does not cover anaerobes because Q Cef is a first-generation cephalosporin which is resistant against anaerobes.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Q Cef cover Pseudomonas?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

No, Q Cef does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Q Cef. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Pseudomonas species.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Q Cef cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Q Cef has been reported to cause diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay. 

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Q Cef cover enterococcus?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

No, Q Cef does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Q Cef. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Enterococcus faecalis.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300

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