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Ancef Of is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Ancef Of 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 Ancef Of. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ancef Of have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ancef Of go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Ancef Of's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ancef Of has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ancef Of related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ancef Of contraindications section.
Additionally, Ancef Of may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ancef Of is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ancef Of 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 |
Adult(Male) |
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Geriatric |
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Adult(Female) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Ancef Of safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Ancef Of in pregnant women.
Is the use of Ancef Of safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Ancef Of.
What is the effect of Ancef Of on the Kidneys?
Ancef Of rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ancef Of on the Liver?
Using Ancef Of does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ancef Of on the Heart?
Ancef Of is not harmful for the heart.
Ancef Of should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ancef Of unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ancef Of habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ancef Of is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ancef Of as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ancef Of is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ancef Of is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ancef Of
Taking Ancef Of with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ancef Of
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ancef Of.
No, Ancef Of is not a sulfa drug. It contains cefotaxime which belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which covers a wide range of bacteria which are generally found to be resistant to penicillin.
Yes, Ancef Of can treat strep throat or streptococcal pharyngitis which is an infection of the throat that results in a sore throat caused by bacteria Streptococcus pyogenes.
Yes, Ancef Of can treat gonorrhea which is a sexually transmitted infection caused by bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae which provides relief to the patient from fever, painful urination and abnormal discharge from reproductive organs (penis or vagina).
Yes, Ancef Of is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of the above conditions after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Ancef Of has been reported to cause diarrhea and it is the most common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids and do not eat spicy food while you are taking this medicine to minimize diarrhea. If you are experiencing severe diarrhea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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