Bicef

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  • Contains / Salt: Cefadroxil (500 mg)
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    Bicef Information

    Bicef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Tonsillitis, Throat Infection. The alternative uses of Bicef have also been explained below.

    Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Bicef. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

    Some other side effects of Bicef have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Bicef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

    Furthermore, you should know that effect of Bicef is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Bicef related warnings talks about Bicef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

    Some other conditions that can be affected by Bicef are listed in the contraindications section below.

    Drug reaction of Bicef with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

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



    Bicef Benefits & Uses

    Bicef is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Bicef 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

    Bicef Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Bicef safe for pregnant women?


      Bicef is safe for pregnant women.

      Safe
    • Is the use of Bicef safe during breastfeeding?


      Bicef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Bicef on the Kidneys?


      Bicef rarely affects the kidneys.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Bicef on the Liver?


      Using Bicef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Bicef on the Heart?


      Bicef is not harmful for the heart.

      Safe


    Severe Interaction of Bicef with Other Drugs

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

    Moderate



    Bicef Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Bicef

    • Is this Bicef habit forming or addictive?


      Forming a habit of Bicef has not been reported.

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


      No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Bicef can make you feel drowsy.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


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

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


      There is no benefit of taking Bicef for mental disorders.

      No

    Bicef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Bicef


      It is safe to take Bicef with food.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Bicef


      Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Bicef does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.

      Safe


    Frequently asked Questions about Bicef

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Is Bicef an antibiotic?

    Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

    Yes, Bicef is an antibiotic. It contains cefadroxil which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.

    Question over 4 years ago

    Does Bicef contain penicillin or sulfa?

    Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

    No, Bicef does not contain penicillin or sulfa. It contains cefadroxil which belongs to the class of drug known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

    Question over 4 years ago

    Does Bicef treat UTI?

    Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Bicef can treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections which is an infection of the urinary system caused by bacteria Escherichia coli. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Does Bicef cover e coli?

    Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

    Yes Bicef covers Escherichia coli. Bicef is effectively used in the treatment of infections that are caused by this bacteria.

    Question over 4 years ago

    Does Bicef cause yeast infection?

    Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

    Yes, Bicef might cause a yeast infection because it antibiotic kills both bad bacteria and good bacteria as well. Good bacteria prevent the growth of yeast (fungi) in our body. The absence of these good bacteria that keeps them in check provides a favorable environment for the growth of yeast which results in yeast infection.



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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience


    References

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300

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

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

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