Celfee Dry Syrup
Clinical Reference Standards: CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation), Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP) & WHO | Last Updated: September 2026
What is celfee dry syrup used for?
This medicine contains Cefuroxime (NA) and is used to treat ANTI INFECTIVES. Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), inhibiting . Always consult your doctor before use.
- Generic Name: Cefuroxime
- Manufacturer: Icarus Healthcare Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Category B
- Prescription Required: Yes
💊 celfee dry syrup Uses & Benefits
Upper and lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and soft tissue infections, otitis media, sinusitis, gonorrhea, Lyme disease.
Off-label uses: Prophylaxis for surgical infections, treatment of bone and joint infections.
📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cefuroxime |
| Brand Name | Altacef 500 Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Icarus Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | ANTI INFECTIVES |
| Action Class | Cephalosporins: 2nd generation |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25°C); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
🔬 How This Medicine Works (Pharmacology)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), inhibiting transpeptidase and autolysin activity.
Mechanism Steps
💡 How to Take celfee dry syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
⚠️ Side Effects of celfee dry syrup
✅ Common Side Effects
🚨 Serious Side Effects
⚠️ Rare Side Effects
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Probenecid | Major | Decreased renal excretion of cefuroxime, increased levels |
| Live typhoid vaccine | Major | Reduced vaccine efficacy |
| BCG vaccine | Major | Reduced vaccine efficacy |
| Loop diuretics | Moderate | Increased nephrotoxicity risk |
| Aminoglycosides | Moderate | Increased nephrotoxicity risk |
| Oral contraceptives | Moderate | Reduced contraceptive efficacy |
| Antacids | Minor | Decreased absorption of cefuroxime |
| H2 antagonists | Minor | Decreased absorption of cefuroxime |
| Proton pump inhibitors | Minor | Decreased absorption of cefuroxime |
🚨 Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Probenecid
- Live typhoid vaccine
- BCG vaccine
⚡ Moderate Interactions
- Loop diuretics
- Aminoglycosides
- Oral contraceptives
- BCG (intravesical)
🍷 Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction; but may increase risk of disulfiram-like reaction (rare).
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🚫 Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to cefuroxime or other cephalosporins; previous immediate hypersensitivity reaction to penicillins.
🤱 Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk in small amounts; generally considered compatible with breastfeeding.
💊 Overdose Management
Supportive care; hemodialysis may enhance elimination.
⏰ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose and resume regular schedule. Do not double dose.
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.