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Xefotil C is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Xefotil C have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Xefotil C 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Xefotil C can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Xefotil C are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Xefotil C's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. In addition, Xefotil C's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Xefotil C related warnings section.
Xefotil C is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Jaundice as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Xefotil C are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Xefotil C with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Xefotil C, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Xefotil C 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Xefotil C safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Xefotil C.
Is the use of Xefotil C safe during breastfeeding?
Xefotil C can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Xefotil C on the Kidneys?
Xefotil C may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Xefotil C on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Xefotil C. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Xefotil C only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Xefotil C on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Xefotil C on the heart have been reported.
Xefotil C should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xefotil C unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xefotil C habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Xefotil C has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Xefotil C
It is safe to take Xefotil C with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xefotil C
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Xefotil C with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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