Novacef

10 Tablet in 1 Strip
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10 TABLET 1 Strip ₹ 625 ₹657 5% OFF Save: ₹32

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  • Contains / Salt: Cefuroxime (500 mg)
  • Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
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    Novacef Information

    Novacef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Injection. Secondary and off-label uses of Novacef have also been mentioned below.

    The right dosage of Novacef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

    Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Novacef as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Novacef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

    In addition, Novacef's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Novacef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Novacef related warnings section.

    Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Novacef contraindications section.

    Drug reaction of Novacef with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

    You should also be aware that Novacef is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



    Novacef Benefits & Uses

    Novacef is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Novacef Dosage & How to Take

    This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

    Find the right dosage based on disease and age

    Age Group Dosage
    Adult(Male)
    • Disease: Gonorrhea
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: once only
    • Course Duration: 1 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    Geriatric
    • Disease: Gonorrhea
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: once only
    • Course Duration: 1 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    Adult(Female)
    • Disease: Gonorrhea
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: once only
    • Course Duration: 1 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
    • Disease: Gonorrhea
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1 g
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: once only
    • Course Duration: 1 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    Adult
    • Disease: Tonsillitis
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: 10 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    2 - 12 years (Child)
    • Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 12 hourly
    • Course Duration: 10 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

    Novacef Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Novacef safe for pregnant women?


      Novacef is safe for pregnant women.

      Safe
    • Is the use of Novacef safe during breastfeeding?


      Novacef is safe for breastfeeding women.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Novacef on the Kidneys?


      Very few cases of side effects of Novacef on kidney have been reported.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Novacef on the Liver?


      Using Novacef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Novacef on the Heart?


      There are no any side effects of Novacef for the heart.

      Safe


    Severe Interaction of Novacef with Other Drugs

    Novacef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -



    Novacef Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Novacef unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Novacef

    • Is this Novacef habit forming or addictive?


      Novacef is not addictive in nature.

      No
    • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


      After taking Novacef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Novacef can make you drowsy.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Novacef should be used only after doctor's advice.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      No, Novacef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

      No

    Novacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Novacef


      Taking Novacef with food does not harm your health.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Novacef


      Information about the interaction of Novacef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

      Unknown


    Frequently asked Questions about Novacef

    Question over 4 years ago

    Does Novacef affect birth control?

    Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Novacef might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Does Novacef cover pseudomonas?

    Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

    No, Novacef does not cover the strains related to Pseudomonas species. They are generally found to be resistant to Novacef. However, an antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

    Question about 5 years ago

    How to take Novacef?

    Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

    The dosage of Novacef may vary from case to case as it depends on the type of infection and severity of an infection. You are recommended to take this drug as per your doctor's instructions. It should be taken with food because food promotes its absorption from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of penicillin allergy, colitis, and impaired kidney function.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Does Novacef contain penicillin?

    Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

    No, Novacef does not penicillin. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Does Novacef cover anaerobes?

    Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Novacef covers some anaerobes such as Peptococcus niger but most strains of Clostridium difficile and Bacteroides fragilis are generally found to be resistant to Novacef.



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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience


    References

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ceftin (cefuroxime axetil)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 302-312



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