Vercef Information

Vercef is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension, Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Sinusitis. Other than this, Vercef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vercef. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vercef as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Vercef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vercef is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Vercef related warnings talks about Vercef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Vercef have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Vercef with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vercef is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Vercef Benefits & Uses
Vercef Dosage & How to Take
Vercef Side Effects
Vercef Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Vercef with Other Drugs
Vercef Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Vercef
Vercef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Vercef Benefits & Uses

Vercef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)

Other Benefits

Vercef 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

Vercef Related Warnings

Is the use of Vercef safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Vercef in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Vercef safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Vercef.

Safe
What is the effect of Vercef on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Vercef on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Vercef on the Liver?

Vercef is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Vercef on the Heart?

Vercef is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Vercef with Other Drugs

Vercef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Probenecid

Ethinyl Estradiol

Warfarin

Furosemide

Vercef Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vercef unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Vercef

Is this Vercef habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Vercef is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Vercef you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Vercef only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Vercef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Vercef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vercef

Taking Vercef with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vercef

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Vercef with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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