Silcef 100mg Tablet DT

Short Description

Silcef 100mg Tablet DT is an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections, including respiratory tract, urinary tract, ear, nasal sinus, throat, and sexually transmitted diseases.

Dosage Form

Tablet DT

Introduction

Silcef 100mg Tablet DT should be given under the supervision of a doctor or health professional. Use it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete the full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back or worsen.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Silcef 100mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, stomach pain, indigestion, and diarrhea. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or do not go away.

Alcohol Warning

Consuming alcohol with Silcef 100mg Tablet DT does not cause any harmful side effects.

Breastfeeding Warning

Silcef 100mg 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 Silcef 100mg Tablet DT, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.

Pregnancy Warning

Silcef 100mg 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.

Silcef 100mg 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.

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach. 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. Discontinue Silcef 100mg Tablet DT and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.