Yocef 100 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Yocef Information

Yocef is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Yocef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Yocef is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Yocef as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Yocef go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Yocef has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Yocef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Yocef related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Yocef since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Yocef are listed in the contraindications section below.

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

You should also be aware that Yocef is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Yocef Benefits & Uses

Yocef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Ear Infection
Bacterial Infections
Eye Infections

Other Benefits

Gonorrhea
Skin Infections
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Bronchitis
Prostatitis
Hearing Loss
Ringing in ears
Ear Pain
Swollen Eyes
Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Ear canal infection
Typhoid Fever (Read More - Home remedies for typhoid fever)

Yocef 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
Adult	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Skin Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Typhoid Fever Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Yocef Related Warnings

Is the use of Yocef safe for pregnant women?

Yocef can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Yocef, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Yocef safe during breastfeeding?

Yocef can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Yocef on the Kidneys?

Yocef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Yocef on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Yocef on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Yocef on the Heart?

Side effects of Yocef rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Yocef with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Tizanidine

Selegiline

Rasagiline

Severe

Disopyramide

Quinidine

Warfarin

Iron

Cinacalcet

Moderate

Indomethacin

Ketoprofen

Ketorolac

Mild

Probenecid

Yocef Contraindications

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Heart Failure
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Thyroid problems
Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Yocef

Is this Yocef habit forming or addictive?

Yocef does not cause addiction.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Yocef. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yocef is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Yocef is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Yocef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Yocef

When consumed with certain foods, Yocef may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Yocef

Taking alcohol with Yocef can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Yocef

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Yocef with metformin?

Take Yocef if your doctor has prescribed it to you. However, keep a close check on blood sugar levels as metformin is known to cause hypoglycemia( sudden dip in blood sugar levels). In case you are experiencing severe hypoglycemia, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Yocef?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yocef is a brand name of ofloxacin. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called fluoroquinolones. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic, used for treating bacterial infections, such as bronchitis, pneumonia, urinary, respiratory, skin, gastrointestinal, anthrax, bone, and eye infections.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Yocef safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Yocef is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Yocef cause stomach upset?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. 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 does Yocef works?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

Yocef is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by inhibiting the bacterial cell division and stops the working of enzyme which is responsible for cell division. It is effective against a large number of bacteria, even those bacteria which are resistant to other drugs.