Uva Cef Information
Uva Cef is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Uva Cef have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Uva Cef is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Uva Cef can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Uva Cef go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Uva Cef's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Uva Cef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Uva Cef have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Uva Cef with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Uva Cef is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Uva Cef Benefits & Uses
Uva Cef 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
Uva Cef 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 |
Uva Cef Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Uva Cef 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
Uva Cef Related Warnings
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Is the use of Uva Cef safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Uva Cef.
Mild -
Is the use of Uva Cef safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Uva Cef. Immediately discontinue Uva Cef if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Uva Cef on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Uva Cef. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Uva Cef on the Liver?
Uva Cef 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 Uva Cef on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Uva Cef on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Uva Cef with Other Drugs
Uva Cef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Uva Cef Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Uva Cef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
- Pseudomonas Infections
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Ulcerative Colitis
Frequently asked Questions about Uva Cef
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Is this Uva Cef habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Uva Cef is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Uva Cef does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, Uva Cef does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Safe -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Uva Cef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Uva Cef Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Uva Cef
Taking Uva Cef with food does not cause any problems.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Uva Cef
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Uva Cef with alcohol will be.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vantin® (cefpodoxime proxetil )
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 728
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 307-311
