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Ecocef Az, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Ecocef Az also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ecocef Az. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Ecocef Az also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Injection Site Allergic Reaction. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ecocef Az as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Ecocef Az normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ecocef Az has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Ecocef Az's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ecocef Az related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ecocef Az contraindications section.
Besides this, Ecocef Az may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ecocef Az is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ecocef Az is used to treat the following -
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ecocef Az is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ecocef Az safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Ecocef AZ in pregnant women.
Is the use of Ecocef Az safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Ecocef AZ.
What is the effect of Ecocef Az on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ecocef AZ on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Ecocef Az on the Liver?
Ecocef AZ may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ecocef Az on the Heart?
Ecocef AZ may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Ecocef Az should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ecocef Az unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ecocef Az habit forming or addictive?
Ecocef Az is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Ecocef Az
It is safe to take Ecocef Az with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ecocef Az
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ecocef Az with alcohol will be.
Ecocef AZ is a brand name for cefixime. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, gonorrhea, respiratory, ear, throat, and urinary tract infection.
Yes, Ecocef AZ is safe to use, if taken prescribed quantity for the prescribed duration as directed by a doctor. However, few known side effects are observed such as stomach upset, nausea. vomiting, and bleeding. If you are experiencing any of the above-mentioned side effects inform your doctor immediately.
Avoid taking Ecocef AZ 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.
Yes, Ecocef AZ can treat tooth infection. However, it is best to consult your doctor and go for the right treatment.
Yes, Ecocef AZ can be taken with augmentin, 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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