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Oratil, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. The alternative uses of Oratil have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Oratil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Oratil side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Oratil are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Oratil has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Oratil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Oratil have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Oratil have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Oratil, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oratil is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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) |
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Geriatric |
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Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Oratil safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Oratil without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Oratil safe during breastfeeding?
Oratil does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Oratil on the Kidneys?
Oratil has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oratil on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Oratil on the liver.
What is the effect of Oratil on the Heart?
Using Oratil does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Oratil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oratil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oratil habit forming or addictive?
Oratil is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Oratil can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Oratil is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oratil for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oratil
You can take Oratil with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oratil
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Oratil and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
The dosage of Oratil 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.
Oratil is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Oratil is a brand name of cefuroxime and it comes in multiple dosage forms such as tablet, capsule, injection, and syrup. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of drugs called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used in the treatment and prevention of various bacterial infections. It is mainly used in the treatment of pharyngitis/tonsillitis which is an infection of the throat and tonsils, urinary tract infections which are an infection of the urinary system, and otitis media which is an infection of the middle ear. It is also used in the treatment of gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted disease and skin infections.
Yes, Oratil can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Oratil along with paracetamol if it does not exceed recommended doses.
Discontinuing Oratil on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
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