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Vilcocef O is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis. The alternative uses of Vilcocef O have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vilcocef O. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vilcocef O as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Vilcocef O are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Vilcocef O's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Vilcocef O related warnings talks about Vilcocef O's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Vilcocef O can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Vilcocef O in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Vilcocef O contraindications section.
Besides this, Vilcocef O may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Vilcocef O is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Vilcocef 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vilcocef O is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Vilcocef O safe for pregnant women?
Vilcocef O can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Vilcocef O right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Vilcocef O safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Vilcocef O. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Vilcocef O on the Kidneys?
Vilcocef O rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Vilcocef O on the Liver?
Vilcocef O may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Vilcocef O on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Vilcocef O on the heart have been reported.
Vilcocef O should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vilcocef O unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vilcocef O habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Vilcocef O is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Vilcocef O
Taking Vilcocef O with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vilcocef O
Taking alcohol with Vilcocef O can be dangerous.
Discontinuing Vilcocef 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.
Yes, Vilcocef O can be taken for a cough, if it is associated with infection caused by bacteria. But check with your doctor once for other better medications for treating cough completely.
Vilcocef O can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Vilcocef O can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Vilcocef O is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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