Pecef 200 Tablet Information

Pecef 200 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Pecef 200 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Pecef 200 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Pecef 200 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Pecef 200 Tablet 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pecef 200 Tablet is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Pecef 200 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Pecef 200 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Pecef 200 Tablet 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 Pecef 200 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Pecef Benefits & Uses
Pecef Dosage & How to Take
Pecef Side Effects
Pecef Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Pecef with Other Drugs
Pecef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pecef
Pecef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pecef 200 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Pecef 200 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)

Other Benefits

Pecef 200 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
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pecef 200 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pecef 200 Tablet is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)
Gastritis (Read More - How to Cure Bloating in the Stomach: Diet Tips and Home Remedies)
Confusion

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Headache
Rash
पेट दर्द
Dry Mouth
Fatigue
Vertigo
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Pecef 200 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Pecef 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pecef has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Pecef 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Pecef. If you see any side effects, stop taking Pecef immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Pecef again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pecef 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Pecef may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pecef 200 Tablet on the Liver?

Pecef may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pecef 200 Tablet on the Heart?

Pecef may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Pecef 200 Tablet with Other Drugs

Pecef 200 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Pecef 200 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pecef 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Pecef 200 Tablet

Is this Pecef 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pecef 200 Tablet is addictive.

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

Pecef 200 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Pecef 200 Tablet, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Pecef 200 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Pecef 200 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pecef 200 Tablet

You can take Pecef 200 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pecef 200 Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Pecef 200 Tablet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )