Ceflad Dry Syrup 30ml

Ceflad Dry Syrup is an oral medicine commonly prescribed to treat bacterial infections such as throat infections, skin infections, urinary tract infections, and certain respiratory illnesses. It belongs to the cephalosporin group of antibiotics and works by stopping the growth of harmful bacteria in your body. When taken as directed, it helps reduce symptoms such as fever, pain, and swelling associated with infection.

It contains Cefadroxil as its main ingredient. This medicine is usually given as a Dry Syrup for easier intake, especially when swallowing tablets is difficult. After reconstitution with clean water, the liquid form becomes easy to measure and administer.

You should gently shake the bottle before each use to ensure even distribution of the medicine. While Ceflad Dry Syrup is generally well-tolerated, some people may experience mild effects like nausea, abdominal discomfort, or loose stools. These usually subside as your body adjusts.

However, if you notice unusual symptoms such as a persistent rash, severe diarrhea, or breathing difficulty, you should seek prompt medical advice. Completing the full course helps prevent the infection from returning.

Dosage

Overdose

• Overdose can result in breathing difficulty, dizziness, low blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, skin eruptions, diarrhea, cramps, altered consciousness, muscle contractions or coma
• Seek emergency medical care if you think you have used too much of this medicine

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as early as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• It works by stopping bacterial cell wall synthesis
• Absence of bacterial cell wall results in the death of bacteria

Directions for Use

• Take medicine as directed by your doctor
• For reconstitution: Add boiled water and then cool it. Ensure it is slightly below the mark on the bottle
• Shake well and make the volume equal to the given mark on the bottle
• Reconstituted solution should be used within the duration mentioned on the bottle

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Ceflad Dry Syrup during pregnancy?

The effect of this medicine on the foetus is not known. Do not take this medication if you're pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Ceflad Dry Syrup while breastfeeding?

• A low quantity of this medicine passes into breast milk. However, it is not expected to cause any harm to the newborn baby
• If your baby develops thrush, rash or diarrhea then breastfeeding should be discontinued

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Ceflad Dry Syrup?

This medicine does not have an effect on your ability to drive a vehicle or use machines.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Ceflad Dry Syrup?

Not much information is available on interactions of this medicine when taken with alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You develop fever, weakness and this medicine is known to cause a decrease in white blood cells, hence you may experience repeated infections, visit your doctor to get your white blood cell count tested
• You develop breathing difficulty, swelling on your face, chest tightness, rashes, immediately visit hospital as this is serious side effect and can be life-threatening
• You notice blood in your urine or back pain
• You have an allergy to Penicillins
• You experience weakness, loss of appetite as these could be due to decreased red cell count

Contraindications

• If you have any allergic reaction to Cefadroxil or other Cephalosporin antibiotics or any other ingredients of this medicine
• If you have a history of severe allergic reaction to Penicillin

Side effects

• Nausea, vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Stomach pain, indigestion
• Allergic reactions (skin rash or itching)

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Medicines used to treat infections (antibiotics) like Gentamicin, Sulfamethoxazole/ Trimethoprim, Chloramphenicol, Polymyxin B, Vancomycin, Colistin
• Medicines used to treat gout (Probenecid)
• Medicines used to treat blood pressure (water pills/ Diuretics like Furosemide)
• Medicines used to thin the blood like Warfarin

Interactions with food items

This medicine should be taken after food. Taking with food may reduce the side effects associated with stomach.

Storage and disposal

• Store below 25°C
• After reconstitution, store in refrigerator
• Protect it from direct sunlight
• Please keep it away from children

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I stop this medication if I feel better?

Do not stop taking this medicine without completing the full course. Though you may be feeling better after a few doses, it is essential to finish the course as not all bacteria are killed with few treatment. Stopping the medication can make the infection harder to treat.

Do I need to be cautious about anything while taking this medicine?

• Watch for persistent diarrhea, blood in urine, repeated infections, weakness. Seek medical help if you experience these symptoms.
• This antibiotic is only for severe infections not controlled by other antibiotics, do not take this medicine on your own.
• This medicine is also not meant for viral or fungal infections. It acts only against bacteria.

How long does Ceflad Dry Syrup take to start working?

You may start feeling better within 2–3 days, but it’s important to keep taking the medicine for the full duration advised, even if you feel well earlier.

Can you take Ceflad Dry Syrup if you have a sensitive stomach?

• Yes, but taking it after food may help reduce nausea or stomach discomfort. If stomach issues continue, talk to your doctor.