Introduction

Uses of Duracef Tablet

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Duracef Tablet

Nausea
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Diarrhea

How to use Duracef 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. Duracef may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Duracef Tablet works

Duracef 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.

What if you forget to take Duracef Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Duracef, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Duracef 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.
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.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Duracef as it may cause increased side effects.
Discontinue Duracef and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Safety Advice

SAFE – Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Duracef does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Duracef 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Duracef 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.\nAvoid prolonged use of Duracef, since it may have possible effects such as rash and diarrhea.
SAFE – Driving: Duracef does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Duracef should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Duracef may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Duracef should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Duracef may be needed. Please consult your doctor.