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Pefcad 400mg Tablet

by Zydus Cadila
Pefloxacin (400mg)

₹145₹130

10% off
Pefcad 400mg Tablet

Introduction to Pefcad 400mg Tablet

Pefcad 400mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food, preferably at a fixed time. Avoid skipping any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose. Simply take the next dose as planned.

You may experience nausea, headache, and dizziness as side effects of this medicine. These are usually temporary and resolve on their own, but please consult your doctor if they bother you or persist for a longer duration. Diarrhea may also 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.

You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Rarely, some people may have a severe allergic reaction which needs urgent medical attention. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, tongue or face, shortness of breath or breathing problems. Special care should be taken in people with kidney problems while taking this medicine.

Safety Advice for Pefcad 400mg Tablet

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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Consuming alcohol with Pefcad 400mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

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Information regarding the use of Pefcad 400mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

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Pefcad 400mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

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Pefcad 400mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

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There is limited information available on the use of Pefcad 400mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Pefcad 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pefcad 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

How Pefcad 400mg Tablet works

Pefcad 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the action of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-gyrase. This prevents the bacterial cells from dividing and repairing, thereby killing them.

How To Use Pefcad 400mg Tablet

  • Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pefcad 400mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects Of Pefcad 400mg Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

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FAQ's on Pefcad 400mg Tablet

Can the use of Pefcad cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Pefcad can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea, talk to your doctor about it.

Can the use of Pefcad increase the risk of muscle damage?

Yes, use of Pefcad is known to increase the risk of muscle damage, commonly in the ankle (achilies tendon). Muscle damage can happen in people of all ages who take Pefcad. Inform your doctor if you feel any kind of muscle pain while using this medicine.

Prescription Required

Pefcad 400mg Tablet

by Zydus Cadila
Pefloxacin (400mg)

₹145₹130

10% off
Pefcad 400mg Tablet

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