Ellcef 100 Tablet DT
Manufacturer
Ellanjey Lifesciences
Salt Composition
Cefpodoxime Proxetil (100mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ellcef 100 Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body.
Dosage Form
Tablet DT
Introduction
Ellcef 100 Tablet DT is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is effective in infections of the lungs (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and skin. It kills bacteria, which helps to improve your symptoms and cure the infection. Your doctor has prescribed Ellcef 100 Tablet DT to cure your infection and improve your symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection harder to treat. Discontinue Ellcef 100 Tablet DT and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Ellcef 100 Tablet DT is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
Consuming alcohol with Ellcef 100 Tablet DT does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeeding Warning
Ellcef 100 Tablet DT is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. Avoid prolonged use of Ellcef 100 Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
Pregnancy Warning
Ellcef 100 Tablet DT is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Interacting Medicines
Magaldrate Sodium Bicarbonate
How it works
Ellcef 100 Tablet DT is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria by preventing them from forming the bacterial protective covering (cell wall) which is needed for them to survive.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Ellcef 100 Tablet DT to cure your infection and improve your symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Discontinue Ellcef 100 Tablet DT and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools. Do not drive if you experience blurred vision, sleepiness, or dizziness.
