Megacef 50 MG Dry Syrup

Megacef 50 MG Dry Syrup are used for treating mild infections caused by bacteria. Most commonly, it is used to treat infections like bronchitis, urinary tract infections, infections that develop in the ear, throat, or nose, and gonorrhoea. It treats these infections by stopping the growth of bacteria from growing further. This medication is also available in tablets form and is generally taken with 12 hours intervals. It can be taken from anywhere between 5 – 14 days, depending on the severity of one’s infection.

Megacef 50 MG Dry Syrup can have side effects that are minor and go away on their own, as well as major side effects. The minor side effects of this medication include gas, jealousy, abdominal pain, vomiting and nausea. As your body gets accustomed to this new medication, the side effects subside on their own. Some of the major side effects of Megacef 50 MG Dry Syrup include vaginal itching, rashes, hives, white discharge from the vagina, deep coloured urine, wheezing, problems with breathing, hives, and swelling on the face, throat, and tongue. If you experience any of these side effects, you should let your doctor know so that they can make them stop. This medication requires a prescription for you to be able to buy and use it.

• Urinary Tract Infection

  Megacef 50 MG Dry Syrup is used to cure urinary tract infection caused by E.coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococci and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

• Bronchitis

  Megacef 50 MG Dry Syrup treats bronchitis caused by Streptococcus pneumonia, Haemophilus influenzae and some Mycoplasma pneumoniae.

• Gonococcal Infection

  Megacef 50 MG Dry Syrup is used to treat Gonococcal infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

• Pharyngitis/Tonsillitis

  Megacef 50 MG Dry Syrup cures Tonsillitis/Pharyngitis caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae and some fungal infections.

• Allergy

  If you are allergic to any of the ingredients used in this medication, then you should not be taking it.

• Diarrhoea

• Abdominal Pain

• Swelling Of Face, Lips, Eyelids, Tongue, Hands And Feet

• Dizziness

• Indigestion

• Hives

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of effect lasts for 24 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The onset of action occurs anytime after an 1 hour after taking it.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  No, this is not safe for pregnant women as it can affect the foetus

• Is it habit forming?

  There are no habit forming tendencies reported with this pill.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  No, this is not safe for breastfeeding women as it can affect the baby

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Megacef 50 MG Dry Syrup is not safe with alcohol. If you experience certain symptoms such as drowsiness or disorientation, then you must speak to your doctor immediately.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  As some of the side effects of this pill include problems with breathing, it is not advisable to drive after taking the pill.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Patients who have impaired kidney function should not take this pill as it can lead to more kidney problems.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Patients who have impaired liver function should not take this pill as it can lead to more liver problems, including liver failure.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Megacef 50 MG Dry Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Uvacef 50 MG Dry Syrup

  Unichem Laboratories Ltd

• Macpod 50 MG Dry Syrup

  Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd

• Hycef 50 MG Dry Syrup

  Strides Shasun Limited

• Cepime O 50 MG Dry Syrup

  Alembic Ltd

• Podopil 50 MG Dry Syrup

  Psychotropics India Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose, you should take one as soon as you remember that you’ve missed the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  If you have overdosed this medication, you must consult your doctor immediately. Certain signs of overdose include weakness and confusion.

Megacef 50 MG Dry Syrup belongs to 3rd generation cephalosporins. It works as a bactericidal by binding to the penicillin-binding proteins and inhibits the bacterial cell wall synthesis.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Urine ketones Test

  Inform the doctor if you are advised to undergo this test.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  These tablets can have adverse interactions with certain medications. These include cholera vaccine, amikacin, Furosemide, ethinyl estradiol, warfarin, chloramphenicol, and nifedipine.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  It can have negative interactions with certain diseases. These include Colitis, impaired kidney function, and impaired liver function.