Kefdir
Kefdir Products are primarily used for
Bacterial infections
About Kefdir Products
Kefdir Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Kefdir are Nausea, Diarrhea, Headache, Vaginal moniliasis, Abdominal pain, Vaginal inflammation, Protein in urine, Increased gamma-glutamyltransferase, High lymphocyte count, Lymphocytopenia, Microhematuria, Increased urine leukocytes.
How Kefdir Products work
Cefdinir 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.
Patient Concerns about Kefdir Products
Frequently asked questions about Kefdir Products
Frequently asked questions about Cefdinir
Q. Can Kefdir Dry Suspension be given to children who are less than 5 months of age?
No. Safety and efficacy data in neonates and infants less than 6 months of age have not yet been established, so avoid giving it to kids younger than 6 months of age.
Q. Can giving oral nutrition supplements (infant formula) interfere with the absorption of Kefdir Dry Suspension?
Infant formula does not cause any significant interference with the absorption of Kefdir Dry Suspension. Therefore, this medicine can be given with oral nutrition supplements (infant formula or baby milk).
Q. What will happen if I give an excess of Kefdir Dry Suspension to my child?
Even though an extra dose of Kefdir Dry Suspension is unlikely to harm. However, if you think you have given too much of Kefdir Dry Suspension to your child, immediately speak to a doctor.
Q. Can Kefdir Dry Suspension cause serious side effects in my child?
Some serious side effects of this medicine include persistent vomiting, kidney damage, allergy, diarrhea, severe gastrointestinal infections, blood cell count abnormalities, impaired glucose in blood, and electrolyte abnormalities. Always consult your child’s doctor for help in such a situation.
Q. My child has type 1 diabetes and is on insulin therapy. Is it safe to give Kefdir Dry Suspension to my child?
No, Kefdir Dry Suspension can cause disturbed glucose levels in the blood. Therefore, it is not advised to give Kefdir Dry Suspension if your child is diabetic.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Kefdir Dry Suspension?
Kefdir Dry Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Kefdir Dry Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. My child is suffering from anemia and is on oral iron therapy. Is it safe to give Kefdir Dry Suspension along with it?
It is not advised to give Kefdir Dry Suspension with oral iron therapy as it binds to iron preparation in your child’s digestive system and can result in reddish stools.
Q. Can I get my child vaccinated while on treatment with Kefdir Dry Suspension ?
Antibiotics usually do not interfere with the ingredients in vaccines or cause a bad reaction in a child who has just been vaccinated. However, children taking antibiotics should not get vaccinated until they recover from the illness. As soon as your child feels better, the vaccine can be given.
Q. What laboratory tests will the doctor ask for while my child is taking Kefdir Dry Suspension on a long term basis?
The doctor may prescribe getting kidney function tests and liver function tests periodically to keep a check on your child’s condition.
Q. The mucus coming out of my child’s nose is yellow-green. Is it a sign of a bacterial infection?
The color of the mucus cannot be used to understand whether your child needs antibiotics or not. It is normal for the mucus to change color during a common cold infection.
Q. Can Kefdir Dry Suspension affect my child’s digestive system?
Diarrhea is a common side effect of antibiotics because apart from killing the bad bacteria, antibiotics may unintentionally kill the good ones too. On top of that, children often have a sensitive stomach which increases the risk of developing other infections. In case your child is having diarrhea while on Kefdir Dry Suspension, do not stop the medicine course. Instead, call your child’s doctor to ask about the next steps. In some cases, the doctor may alter the dose.