Keflor Information

Keflor is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Syrup, Tablet, Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Sinusitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Keflor have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Keflor. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Keflor side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Keflor are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Keflor is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Keflor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

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

Besides this, Keflor may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Keflor is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Keflor Benefits & Uses

Keflor is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)

Other Benefits

Keflor 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

Keflor Related Warnings

Is the use of Keflor safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Keflor safely.

Safe
Is the use of Keflor safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Keflor.

Safe
What is the effect of Keflor on the Kidneys?

Keflor may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Keflor on the Liver?

Keflor is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Keflor on the Heart?

You can take Keflor without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Keflor with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Probenecid

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Furosemide

Keflor Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Keflor

Is this Keflor habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Keflor has not been reported.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Keflor. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Keflor only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Keflor in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Keflor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Keflor

It is safe to take Keflor with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Keflor

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Keflor.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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