Cedon Ds Dry Syp
Blue Cross Laboratories Pvt Ltd - Syrup - 30 ml
Prescription required
Available in store
Cefixime (100mg/5ml)
Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup is used for treatment of Bacterial infections.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
Medicines with the same active ingredient and strength as Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup.
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Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup
syrup - 30 ml
₹80
₹2.67 per ml
INCITE · syrup - 30 ml · Rx
₹76
₹2.54 per ml
LIVINOR PHARMA · syrup - 30 ml · Rx
₹76
₹2.55 per ml
CIPLA LIMITED · 30 ml · Rx
₹77
₹2.55 per ml
A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup. The medicine inside is the same — the brand name, manufacturer and price are what differ.
All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup contains Cefixime (100mg/5ml).
Treatment of Bacterial infections
Mahacef 100mg Dry Syrup 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.
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Most side effects of Mahacef are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
| Pregnancy | Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Breast feeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED |
| Alcohol | Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Driving | Driving SAFE |
| Kidney | Kidney CAUTION |
| Liver | Liver SAFE IF PRESCRIBED |
| Habit forming | No |
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Mahacef. Some combinations can change how Mahacef works or raise the chance of side effects.
Store Mahacef below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.
Take Mahacef 100mg Dry Syrup exactly as prescribed and complete the full course, even if you start feeling better. Stopping Mahacef 100mg Dry Syrup too early may allow the infection to return and become harder to treat. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Mahacef 100mg Dry Syrup, especially if fever or infection-related dehydration is present. Diarrhea may occur while taking Mahacef 100mg Dry Syrup, but it usually resolves after completing the treatment course. Use oral rehydration fluids if diarrhea occurs, and contact your doctor if it becomes severe or bloody. Inform your doctor if you have a history of allergy to penicillin or cephalosporin antibiotics before taking Mahacef 100mg Dry Syrup. Stop taking Mahacef 100mg Dry Syrup and seek immediate medical help if you develop a rash, itching, swelling of the face or mouth, or difficulty breathing. Inform your doctor if you are taking blood thinners or other medicines that may interact with antibiotics. Consult your doctor if symptoms do not improve within a few days of starting Mahacef 100mg Dry Syrup. Do not use leftover antibiotics or share Mahacef 100mg Dry Syrup with others. Report symptoms such as vaginal itching or discharge that may occur due to secondary yeast infection after antibiotic use.
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Cefixime (100mg/5ml)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sprocef 100 SyrupINCITE | syrup · 30ML | ₹76 | 5% cheaper |
| Livixim-100 SyrupLIVINOR PHARMA | syrup · 30ML | ₹76 | 4% cheaper |
| Ziprax 100 Dry SyCIPLA LIMITED | 30ML | ₹77 | 4% cheaper |
| Zifi 100 mg Dry SyrupFDC Ltd | syrup · 30ML | ₹77 | 4% cheaper |
| Milixim 100 TabletGLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹78 | 2% cheaper |
| Cefidol 100 mg TabletCAREZONE LIFE SCIENCE | tablet · 10S | ₹87 | 8% more |
| Zifi 100 DT TabletFDC Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹99 | 23% more |
| Asert D TabletAbbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹397 | 397% more |
Blue Cross Laboratories Pvt Ltd - Syrup - 30 ml
Prescription required
Available in store

R.B.Pharmaceuticals - Tablet - 10 S
Prescription required

Vibhu Healthcare Llp - Tablet - 10 S
Prescription required
Available in store

Altor Life Sciences - Tablet - 200 mg - 10 S
Prescription required
Available in store

Ras 3C Pharma - 10 S
Prescription required

Zydus Healthcare Pharma - Tablet - 250 mg - 10 S
Prescription required

Glaxo Smithkline Pharma - Tablet - 500 mg - 10 S
Prescription required

Icarus Healthcare - Syrup - 30 ml
Prescription required
Available in store

Sipali India Pharma - 20 G

Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd - Tablet - 15 S

Glaxosmithkline Consumer Healthcare - Gel - 75 G

Hindustan Unilever Ltd - Soap - 100 G

Innovcare - Tablet - 10 S

Sterling Medico - Tablet - 30 S

Biological E Ltd - 100 ml
Prescription required

East West Pharma - Gel - 15 G
The information on Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.