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Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup
Cefixime (100mg/5ml)
Available at our pharmacy counter
This medicine is dispensed in person against a valid prescription and is not sold online. Ask our pharmacist about availability, or speak to a registered doctor.
In-store reference price ₹72
Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup is used for treatment of Bacterial infections.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated October 2026
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Key details
Salt: Cefixime (100mg/5ml)
Available variants: syrup 30 Ml
Best price: ₹72 (₹2.40 per ml)
MRP: ₹80
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: Discovery Mankind
Ordering notes
This medicine is dispensed in person at a licensed pharmacy counter and is not delivered.
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup
Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup contains Cefixime (100mg/5ml). It belongs to the Cephalosporin class of medicines.
Uses of Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup
Treatment of Bacterial infections
Key benefits
- In Treatment of Bacterial infections Bacterial infections can affect different parts of the body
- such as the lungs
- throat
- and urinary tract. Mahacef 100mg Dry Syrup is an antibiotic that works by killing the bacteria causing the infection. This helps relieve symptoms
- clear the infection
- and prevent it from spreading or worsening. Continue taking it for the full prescribed duration to ensure complete recovery and reduce the risk of recurrence.
How Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup works
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.
How to take Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup
Most side effects of Mahacef are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
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.
Safety advice for Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup
| 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 |
Warnings and precautions
Finish the whole course even after you feel better — stopping early breeds resistant bacteria. Tell your doctor if you have ever had a severe reaction to penicillin; a small proportion of people react to both groups. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Several medicines in this group are on Schedule H1 precisely because overuse drives antibiotic resistance. Take it only when a doctor has prescribed it for you.
Do not take Mahacef if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a known allergy to cephalosporin antibiotics.
Interactions with other medicines
Antacids, iron and zinc reduce absorption — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.
How to store Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup
Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Do not freeze. Once opened, use it within the period printed on the pack. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup
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.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- Discovery Mankind
- Therapeutic class:
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class:
- Cephalosporin
- Chemical class:
- Cephalosporins
Substitutes for Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stancef O 100 mg Tablet | 1X10 | ₹70 | 3% cheaper |
| Sprocef 100 SyrupINCITE | syrup · 30ML | ₹72 | same price |
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| Zifi 100 mg Dry SyrupFDC Ltd | syrup · 30ML | ₹73 | 2% more |
| Zifi 100 ReadymixFDC Ltd | 30ML | ₹73 | 2% more |
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| Traxol TabletCAPITAL PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹81 | 12% more |
| Milixim 100 TabletGLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 10`S | ₹81 | 13% more |
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Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup FAQs
What is Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup used for?
Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup is commonly used for Treatment of Bacterial infections. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup?
Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup contains Cefixime (100mg/5ml). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How does Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup work?
Mahacef 100mg Dry Syrup is an antibiotic.
Is Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup a prescription medicine?
Yes. Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup?
The side effects reported most often with Mahacef are Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup be taken during pregnancy?
Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Mahacef.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup?
Alcohol CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Is Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup habit forming?
No. Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup?
Stancef O 100 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹70 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup starts at ₹72 (MRP ₹80) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in syrup 30 Ml. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup?
Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup is manufactured by Discovery Mankind. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup delivered?
Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup is a regulated medicine and is not delivered. It is dispensed in person at a licensed pharmacy counter against a valid prescription. Ask our pharmacist on WhatsApp about availability.
Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup, Quick facts
- Salt
- Cefixime (100mg/5ml)
- Form
- syrup
- Best price
- ₹72 (₹2.40 per ml)
- MRP
- ₹80
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H1
- Brand
- Discovery Mankind
- Manufacturer
- Discovery Mankind
- Therapeutic class
- ANTI INFECTIVES
- Drug class
- Cephalosporin
- Chemical class
- Cephalosporins
- Action class
- Third-Generation Cephalosporins
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- syrup 30 Ml
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Mahacef 100 Dry Syrup.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
Next steps
Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.