Ceff Dry Syrup Information

Ceff Dry Syrup is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ceff Dry Syrup have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Ceff Dry Syrup depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

Common side effects of Ceff Dry Syrup include Nausea or vomiting, Allergic reaction, Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ceff Dry Syrup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Ceff Dry Syrup 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.

It is also important to note that Ceff Dry Syrup has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Ceff Dry Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ceff Dry Syrup related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Ceff Dry Syrup have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Ceff Dry Syrup with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ceff Dry Syrup is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Ceff Dry Syrup Benefits & Uses

Ceff Dry Syrup is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Ear Infection (Read More - Fast and Natural Ways to Cure Ear Infections at Home)
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Prostatitis
Osteomyelitis
Kidney Infection
Tonsillitis
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Pneumonia

Ceff Dry Syrup 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: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg/5ml
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg/5ml
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 250 mg/5ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 125 mg/5ml
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: strength 100 mg/ml oral drops, below 3 months may take 0.5 ml 4 times daily

Ceff Dry Syrup Related Warnings

Is the use of Ceff Dry Syrup safe for pregnant women?

Ceff is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Ceff Dry Syrup safe during breastfeeding?

Ceff is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Ceff Dry Syrup on the Kidneys?

Ceff rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ceff Dry Syrup on the Liver?

Ceff does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Ceff Dry Syrup on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ceff Dry Syrup with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Metformin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Bumetanide

Bumetanide Tablet

Drospirenone

Ceff Dry Syrup Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Ceff Dry Syrup

Is this Ceff Dry Syrup habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ceff Dry Syrup has not been reported.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ceff Dry Syrup as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Ceff Dry Syrup only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Ceff Dry Syrup in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ceff Dry Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ceff Dry Syrup

You can take Ceff Dry Syrup with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ceff Dry Syrup

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

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Keflex® (cephalexin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 726