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Sefdo is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Sefdo have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Sefdo depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Sefdo side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Sefdo normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Sefdo's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Sefdo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Sefdo contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Sefdo have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Sefdo is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Sefdo 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sefdo is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Sefdo safe for pregnant women?
Sefdo has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Sefdo safe during breastfeeding?
Sefdo 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 Sefdo on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Sefdo. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Sefdo on the Liver?
Sefdo 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.
What is the effect of Sefdo on the Heart?
Side effects of Sefdo rarely affect the heart.
Sefdo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sefdo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sefdo habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Sefdo.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Sefdo since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Sefdo is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Sefdo is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sefdo
It is safe to take Sefdo with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sefdo
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Sefdo and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Sefdo is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects have been observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Occasionally, Sefdo can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Sefdo is a brand name for cefpodoxime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Yes, Sefdo is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Occasionally, Sefdo can cause drug-induced hemolytic anemia (abnormal Red blood cell breakdown). However, if your blood reports are showing abnormal hemolytic anemia after taking this drug please discuss with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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