Ornicef is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Ornicef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Ornicef is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Ornicef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Ornicef normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Ornicef's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ornicef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ornicef is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Peripheral Neuropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ornicef have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Ornicef have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ornicef is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ornicef 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Ornicef safe for pregnant women?
Ornicef can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Ornicef, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ornicef safe during breastfeeding?
Ornicef can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Ornicef on the Kidneys?
Ornicef rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ornicef on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ornicef on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ornicef on the Heart?
Ornicef is not harmful for the heart.
Ornicef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ornicef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ornicef habit forming or addictive?
Ornicef is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Ornicef
Taking Ornicef with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ornicef
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ornicef as it can have severe side effects.
Ornicef is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, Ornicef can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
No, you can not buy Ornicef over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, Ornicef can be taken with augmentin, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
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