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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 Dry Syrup 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ceff Dry Syrup is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ceff Dry Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Ceff is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Ceff Dry Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Ceff is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ceff Dry Syrup on the Kidneys?
Ceff rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ceff Dry Syrup on the Liver?
Ceff does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Ceff Dry Syrup on the Heart?
You can take Ceff without any fear of damage to the heart.
Ceff Dry Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
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 -
Is this Ceff Dry Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ceff Dry Syrup has not been reported.
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.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ceff Dry Syrup only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ceff Dry Syrup in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ceff Dry Syrup
You can take Ceff Dry Syrup with food.
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.
Discontinuing Ceff on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Ceff is an antibiotic. It contains cefalexin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as first-generation cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.
Ceff is a brand name of cefalexin and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, and skin infections.
Ceff contains cefalexin which is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. 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. Ceff is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, Streptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis, and Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Yes, Ceff might be used to treat sinusitis (Inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages) caused by bacteria (Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae). However, because of its poor activity against these bacteria Ceff is not recommended usually for the treatment of sinus infection (sinusitis).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 299-300