Zeefra (250mg) 12 Capsules

Overview

Zeefra 250mg Capsules are an oral antibiotic medicine containing cephradine 250mg as the active ingredient. Cephradine belongs to the cephalosporin group of antibiotics and is used by healthcare professionals for bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms. It is not useful for viral illnesses such as common cold, flu, most sore throats, or viral cough.

Because antibiotics must be selected according to the likely organism, infection site, severity, allergy history, kidney function, local resistance patterns, and patient age, Zeefra should be used only under medical supervision. Incorrect or incomplete antibiotic use may reduce effectiveness and contribute to antimicrobial resistance.

Benefits

• Helps treat infections caused by cephradine-sensitive bacteria
• Supports recovery when used at the prescribed dose and duration
• Oral antibiotic option for selected bacterial infections

Key Features

• Contains cephradine 250mg per capsule
• Cephalosporin antibiotic
• Oral capsule dosage form
• Pack of 12 capsules
• For bacterial infections only when clinically indicated

Dosage and How to Use

• How to use: Swallow the capsule with water at the times prescribed. Complete the full course even if symptoms improve, unless your doctor advises otherwise.
• Administration: Oral administration; swallow the capsule with a glass of water.
• Recommended dose: Use exactly as prescribed by a qualified healthcare professional. Dose and duration depend on infection type, severity, age, kidney function, and clinical response.
• Adult dose: Adult dosing must be individualized by a healthcare professional according to infection type and severity.
• Pediatric use: Use in children only if prescribed by a pediatrician or qualified healthcare professional; dose may depend on age and body weight.
• Elderly use: Elderly patients should use only as prescribed; dose adjustment or monitoring may be needed if kidney function is reduced.
• When to take: Take at evenly spaced intervals as prescribed by your doctor.
• With food: Follow the prescriber’s directions. If stomach upset occurs, ask your doctor or pharmacist whether taking it with food is appropriate.
• Maximum daily dose: Do not exceed the dose prescribed by your healthcare professional.
• Missed dose: If a dose is missed, take advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Do not double the next dose unless specifically instructed.
• Overdose: In case of accidental overdose, seek urgent medical advice or contact an emergency service, especially if severe nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, or allergic symptoms occur.

Specifications

Side Effects

Common side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal discomfort
• Diarrhea
• Loose stools
• Rash or itching

Serious side effects (seek medical help)

• Severe allergic reaction
• Severe or persistent diarrhea
• Bloody diarrhea
• Severe skin rash or blistering
• Unusual swelling or breathing difficulty

Allergic reaction

Stop use and seek urgent medical help if rash, swelling of face or throat, breathing difficulty, wheezing, faintness, or severe skin reaction occurs.

Safety and Precautions

• Use only for bacterial infections when prescribed.
• Do not use for viral infections such as flu or common cold.
• Complete the full course to reduce risk of relapse and antimicrobial resistance.
• Seek urgent help for signs of serious allergy or severe diarrhea.
• Inform your doctor about antibiotic allergies, especially cephalosporin or penicillin allergy.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, colitis, pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
• Share a complete list of medicines, supplements, and herbal products with your healthcare professional.

When not to use

Do not use if you have a known allergy or serious hypersensitivity to cephradine, cephalosporins, or any component of the product. Use with caution and medical advice if there is a history of severe penicillin allergy.

Special populations

• Pregnancy: Use during pregnancy only when prescribed by a healthcare professional after assessing benefits and risks.
• Breastfeeding: Consult a healthcare professional before use while breastfeeding, as antibiotic choice should consider the mother and infant.
• Liver: Inform your doctor if you have liver disease before using this medicine.
• Kidney: Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease or reduced kidney function; dose adjustment or monitoring may be required.
• Driving: Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy, weak, or unwell during treatment.
• Alcohol: Ask your doctor or pharmacist about alcohol use. Alcohol may worsen stomach upset or dehydration during infection.

Interactions

Drugs:

• Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, supplements, and recent antibiotics before use.

Food:

• No specific food interaction is confirmed from the provided product data. Follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s advice.

Conditions:

• Kidney disease, history of severe antibiotic allergy, and gastrointestinal disease such as colitis may require caution and medical supervision.

Storage and Disposal

• Store in the original packaging at room temperature, protected from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.
• Store at room temperature unless the product label states otherwise.
• Keep out of reach and sight of children and pets.
• Do not use expired medicine. Return unused or expired capsules to a pharmacy where possible, or follow local medicine-disposal guidance.

Disclaimer

This content is for educational and product information purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Use only as directed by a qualified healthcare professional.