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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 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.
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Is the use of Uva Cef safe for pregnant women?
Uva Cef rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Uva Cef safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Uva Cef. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
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.
What is the effect of Uva Cef on the Liver?
Uva Cef can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
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.
Uva Cef 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 Uva Cef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Uva Cef habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Uva Cef has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Uva Cef as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Uva Cef, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Uva Cef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Uva Cef
Taking Uva Cef with food does not harm your health.
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.
Yes, Uva Cef 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.
Occasionally, Uva Cef can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in a vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Yes, you can use Uva Cef to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.
Uva Cef should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Uva Cef is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
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