Cefigard 100 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cefigard Information

Cefigard, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Syrup. The alternative uses of Cefigard have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Cefigard depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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 Cefigard include Bloating or fullness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence. Usually, these side effects of Cefigard go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cefigard is Unknown for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Cefigard has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cefigard related warnings section.

Cefigard is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.

Drug interactions for Cefigard have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cefigard is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Cefigard Benefits & Uses

Cefigard is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tonsillitis
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis
Throat Infection
Ear Infection
Gonorrhea

Cefigard 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg) / Lactobacillus (60 Millionspores)
Adult	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg) / Lactobacillus (60 Millionspores)
Geriatric	Disease: Diarrhoea (Loose Motions) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Cefixime (200 mg) / Lactobacillus (60 Millionspores)

Cefigard Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefigard safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Cefigard will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Cefigard safe during breastfeeding?

Cefigard does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Cefigard on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Cefigard. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefigard on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Cefigard. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefigard on the Heart?

Side effects of Cefigard on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Cefigard with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Carbamazepine

Warfarin

Cefigard Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Cefigard

Is this Cefigard habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cefigard is addictive.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cefigard since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Cefigard should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Cefigard cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Cefigard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefigard

Taking Cefigard with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefigard

Taking Cefigard with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Cefigard

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Cefigard?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Cefigard can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigard for cough?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefigard can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Cefigard on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Discontinuing Cefigard in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigard without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Cefigard is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cefigard with paracetamol?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Cefigard can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.