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Unocef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Unocef have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Unocef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Unocef can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Unocef go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Unocef's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Unocef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Unocef related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Unocef have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Unocef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Unocef is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Unocef is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Unocef is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Unocef safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Unocef in pregnant women.
Is the use of Unocef safe during breastfeeding?
Unocef does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Unocef on the Kidneys?
Unocef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Unocef on the Liver?
Unocef does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Unocef on the Heart?
You can take Unocef without any fear of damage to the heart.
Unocef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Unocef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Unocef habit forming or addictive?
Unocef does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Unocef you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Unocef only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Unocef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Unocef
Taking Unocef with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Unocef
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Unocef and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-309
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Suprax® (cefixime)
