Quicef Information
Quicef is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Quicef depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Quicef Benefits & Uses
Quicef is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
- Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
- Prostatitis
- Osteomyelitis
- Kidney Infection
- Tonsillitis
- Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
- Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
- Pneumonia
Quicef 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 |
Quicef Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Quicef is used -
Severe
- Diarrhoea
Moderate
- Increased Liver Enzymes
Mild
- Urticaria
- Maculopapular rash
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Fatigue
- Headache
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Allergic reaction
- Rash
- पेट दर्द
Quicef Related Warnings
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Is the use of Quicef safe for pregnant women?
Quicef is safe to take during pregnancy.
Safe -
Is the use of Quicef safe during breastfeeding?
Quicef is safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Quicef on the Kidneys?
Quicef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Quicef on the Liver?
Using Quicef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Quicef on the Heart?
Using Quicef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Quicef with Other Drugs
Quicef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Quicef Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Quicef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Diabetes
Frequently asked Questions about Quicef
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Is this Quicef habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Quicef.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Quicef does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Quicef 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, Quicef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Quicef Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Quicef
Taking Quicef with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Quicef
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Quicef.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Quicef
Question about 7 years ago
Can I take Quicef without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine
Quicef is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
Question almost 7 years ago
Does Quicef cover enterococcus?
Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other
No, Quicef does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Quicef. Hence, it is not recommended to use this drug for the treatment of the infection caused by Enterococcus faecalis.
Question almost 6 years ago
Can I take Quicef for tooth infection?
Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS, MS , Urology, General Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology
No, Quicef is not recommended for the tooth infection. Hence, it should not be taken for the treatment of tooth infection.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Quicef contain penicillin or sulfa?
Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine
No, Quicef does not contain penicillin or sulfa. It contains cefalexin which belongs to the class of drug 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 7 years ago
Does Quicef cover anaerobes?
Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician
No, Quicef does not cover anaerobes because Quicef is a first-generation cephalosporin which is resistant against anaerobes.
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)
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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
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
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