Megacef 100 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Megacef Information

Megacef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Megacef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Megacef is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Megacef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Megacef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Megacef's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Megacef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Megacef related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Megacef have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Megacef have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Megacef is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Megacef Benefits & Uses

Megacef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis

Other Benefits

Megacef 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: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Megacef Related Warnings

Is the use of Megacef safe for pregnant women?

Megacef rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Megacef safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Megacef. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Megacef on the Kidneys?

Megacef 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Megacef on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Megacef on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Megacef on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Megacef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Megacef Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Megacef

Is this Megacef habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Megacef.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Megacef since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Megacef is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Megacef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Megacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Megacef

Taking Megacef with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Megacef

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Megacef

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Megacef?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Megacef can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Megacef cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Rarely Megacef can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Megacef work?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Megacef 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Megacef with doxycycline?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Megacef and doxycycline 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

Does Megacef cause stomach upset?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Megacef can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.