Zocef 500 Tablet

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  • Contains / Salt: Cefuroxime (500 mg)
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    Zocef 500 Tablet Information

    Zocef 500 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Zocef 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

    Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zocef 500 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

    Some other side effects of Zocef 500 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Zocef 500 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

    Zocef 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Zocef 500 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zocef 500 Tablet related warnings section.

    Other contraindications of Zocef 500 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

    Besides this, Zocef 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

    You should also be aware that Zocef 500 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



    Zocef 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

    Zocef 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Zocef 500 Tablet 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

    Zocef 500 Tablet Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Zocef 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?


      Zocef is safe to take during pregnancy.

      Safe
    • Is the use of Zocef 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


      Zocef is safe for breastfeeding women.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Zocef 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?


      Zocef has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Zocef 500 Tablet on the Liver?


      Zocef is completely safe for the liver.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Zocef 500 Tablet on the Heart?


      Zocef is not harmful for the heart.

      Safe


    Zocef 500 Tablet Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zocef 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Zocef 500 Tablet

    • Is this Zocef 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?


      Forming a habit of Zocef 500 Tablet has not been reported.

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


      You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zocef 500 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Zocef 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


      No, Zocef 500 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

      No

    Zocef 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Zocef 500 Tablet


      Taking Zocef 500 Tablet with food is safe.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Zocef 500 Tablet


      No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zocef 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.

      Unknown


    Frequently asked Questions about Zocef 500 Tablet

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Does Zocef cover MRSA infections?

    Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

    No, Zocef does not cover MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Zocef.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Does Zocef cover enterococcus?

    Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

    No, Zocef does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Zocef. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance. 

    Question about 4 years ago

    Is Zocef a sulfa drug?

    Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

    No, Zocef is not a sulfa drug. 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 Zocef contain penicillin?

    Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

    No, Zocef 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 over 4 years ago

    Does Zocef affect hemoglobin?

    Yes, Zocef can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.



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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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