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Procef Dry Syrup is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Meningitis. Other than this, Procef Dry Syrup has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Procef Dry Syrup. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Procef Dry Syrup as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Procef Dry Syrup are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Procef Dry Syrup has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Procef Dry Syrup related warnings talks about Procef Dry Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Procef Dry Syrup can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Procef Dry Syrup in conditions like Kidney Disease. The section on Procef Dry Syrup contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Procef Dry Syrup with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Procef Dry Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Procef Dry Syrup 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Procef Dry Syrup is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Procef Dry Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Procef is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Procef Dry Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Procef does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Procef Dry Syrup on the Kidneys?
Procef rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Procef Dry Syrup on the Liver?
Procef does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Procef Dry Syrup on the Heart?
Procef is completely safe for the heart.
Procef Dry Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Procef Dry Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Procef Dry Syrup habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Procef Dry Syrup.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Procef Dry Syrup you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Procef Dry Syrup is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Procef Dry Syrup for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Procef Dry Syrup
You can take Procef Dry Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Procef Dry Syrup
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Procef Dry Syrup and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes Procef can cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. This condition arises due to an imbalance in the gut flora. Generally, most of the antibiotics kill colonies of "good" as well as "bad bacteria" resulting in the imbalance of microbes causing diarrhea. You are recommended to avoid heavy and spicy meals along with the intake of this medicine. Also, keep yourself hydrated and take ample rest in case of mild diarrhea. If you have severe diarrhea consult with your doctor instantly he/she will prescribe you medicines to stop stool output. After you have completely recovered from diarrhea you can choose to have a "probiotic" to ensure the re-growth of good bacteria in your gut.
No, Procef does not covers mrsa (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. Staphylococci that are resistant to methicillin/oxacillin should be considered resistant to Procef.
Take Procef as long as your doctor has prescribed you to take it depending upon the severity of the infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid bacterial resistance.
No, Procef does not cause low blood pressure (hypotension) at regular doses. If you are experiencing low blood pressure after taking this drug, then please consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Procef is used to treat meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitides. It works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria by binding to specific proteins (penicillin-binding proteins). The cell wall protects the bacteria from the environment, in the absence of this cell wall, the bacteria becomes vulnerable and dies.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 727
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Claforan® (cefotaxime)