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Vcef O is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. Other than this, Vcef O has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vcef O. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vcef O can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Vcef O are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vcef O is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Vcef O has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Vcef O related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Vcef O are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Vcef O may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vcef O is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Vcef O 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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Vcef O safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Vcef O in pregnant women.
Is the use of Vcef O safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Vcef O.
What is the effect of Vcef O on the Kidneys?
Vcef O rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Vcef O on the Liver?
Vcef O is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Vcef O on the Heart?
Using Vcef O does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Vcef O 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 Vcef O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vcef O habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Vcef O.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Vcef O you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Vcef O only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Vcef O for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vcef O
It is safe to take Vcef O with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vcef O
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Vcef O with alcohol will be.
No, you can not buy Vcef O over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety, please remember taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Vcef O can be taken orally or intravenously. Medicine should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor.
Vcef O and amoxicillin can be taken together, as there are no reported harmful interactions between them. It gives synergistic effects after taking these two medicines together. Please take if prescribed by a doctor.
Yes, Vcef O can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Discontinuing Vcef O in between may promote resistant to bacteria which result in relapse of infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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