Cefditas Information

Cefditas is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bronchitis. Cefditas also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cefditas. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cefditas as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cefditas go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Cefditas's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cefditas related warnings talks about Cefditas's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Cefditas is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cefditas are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Cefditas with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Cefditas Benefits & Uses

Cefditas is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bronchitis

Other Benefits

Cefditas 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: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefditas Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefditas safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Cefditas has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Cefditas safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Cefditas. If you see any side effects, stop taking Cefditas immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Cefditas again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefditas on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Cefditas. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefditas on the Liver?

Cefditas has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cefditas on the Heart?

Side effects of Cefditas rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cefditas with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Ranitidine

Famotidine

Magaldrate,Simethicone

Esomeprazole

Mild

Probenecid

Cefditas Contraindications

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

Allergy
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Carnitine Palmitoyltransferase 1A Deficiency
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Cefditas

Is this Cefditas habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cefditas has not been reported.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Cefditas is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cefditas cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cefditas Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefditas

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Cefditas and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefditas

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

Unknown