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Ticeph is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Ticeph have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Ticeph depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Ticeph include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. While these are the most often observed Ticeph side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Ticeph normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Ticeph's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Ticeph's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ticeph contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Ticeph have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Ticeph, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Ticeph is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ticeph is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ticeph safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ticeph safely.
Is the use of Ticeph safe during breastfeeding?
Ticeph does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ticeph on the Kidneys?
Ticeph rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ticeph on the Liver?
Using Ticeph does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ticeph on the Heart?
Ticeph is not harmful for the heart.
Ticeph should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ticeph unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ticeph habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ticeph has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Ticeph since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ticeph only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ticeph for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ticeph
Taking Ticeph with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ticeph
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ticeph with alcohol will be.
No, Ticeph does not treat scabies which is a contagious skin infestation caused by the mite (Sarcoptes scabiei). It is not recommended for the treatment of scabies because Ticeph is not a scabicidal agent.
Take Ticeph as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Ticeph causes nausea and vomiting in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting, you are advised to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even if it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor.
Yes, Ticeph might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, Ticeph might cause itching. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing itching after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726
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