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Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) Information

Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4). Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Novacef Benefits & Uses
Novacef Dosage & How to Take
Novacef Side Effects
Novacef Related Warnings
Novacef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Novacef
Novacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) Benefits & Uses

Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) 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 250 Mg Tablet (4) Related Warnings

Is the use of Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) safe for pregnant women?

Novacef is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) safe during breastfeeding?

Novacef is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) on the Liver?

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

Safe
What is the effect of Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) on the Heart?

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

Safe

Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4)

Is this Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) habit forming or addictive?

Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4), you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) 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 250 Mg Tablet (4) cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4)

Taking Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4)

Information about the interaction of Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4) and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Novacef 250 Mg Tablet (4)

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 about 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.