Zerocef: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Zerocef Information

Zerocef, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Ear Infection, Tonsillitis, Bronchitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Zerocef have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Zerocef depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Zerocef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zerocef go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Zerocef has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zerocef related warnings talks about Zerocef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zerocef contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Zerocef with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Zerocef Benefits & Uses

Zerocef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ear Infection
Tonsillitis
Bronchitis
Gonorrhea
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Sinusitis (Read More - Home remedies for sinusitis)
Throat Infection
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)
Pneumonia
Kidney Infection
Skin Infections
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)
Neutropenia
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Peritonitis

Zerocef 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Sinusitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Zerocef Related Warnings

Is the use of Zerocef safe for pregnant women?

Zerocef is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Zerocef safe during breastfeeding?

Zerocef is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zerocef on the Kidneys?

Zerocef rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Zerocef on the Liver?

Zerocef does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Zerocef on the Heart?

Zerocef is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Zerocef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Zerocef Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Kidney Disease
Sexually transmitted diseases
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies
Syphilis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zerocef

Is this Zerocef habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Zerocef has not been reported.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Zerocef can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Zerocef only as per medical advice.

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

Zerocef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Zerocef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zerocef

Taking Zerocef with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zerocef

Information about the interaction of Zerocef and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zerocef

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Zerocef treat typhoid fever?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes Zerocef is used to treat typhoid fever. It is second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then this drug is found to be very effective to give symptomatic relief during typhoid.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Zerocef works?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Zerocef works by inhibiting the growth of bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infection.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Zerocef cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, [medicine] 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Zerocef?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Zerocef can be safely taken as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Zerocef with azithromycin?

Dr. Joydeep Sarkar MBBS , Internal Medicine

Avoid taking Zerocef with azithromycin, because it can cause a heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects after consuming these two medicines at the same time then consult your doctor and follow his/her instruction.