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Emcare Information

Emcare is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Urinary Tract Infection, Prostatitis, Pneumonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Emcare have also been explained below.

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

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Emcare as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Emcare normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Emcare's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Emcare related warnings talks about Emcare's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Emcare can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Emcare in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Emcare contraindications section.

Besides this, Emcare may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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



Emcare Benefits & Uses

Emcare is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Emcare 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: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 750 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 5 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Plague
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Plague
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Emcare Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Emcare safe for pregnant women?


    Emcare may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Emcare, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Emcare safe during breastfeeding?


    Emcare should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Emcare on the Kidneys?


    Emcare rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Emcare on the Liver?


    Emcare is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Emcare on the Heart?


    You can take Emcare without any fear of damage to the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Emcare with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Emcare Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Emcare

  • Is this Emcare habit forming or addictive?


    Emcare does not cause addiction.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Emcare is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, Emcare cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Emcare Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Emcare


    Taking Emcare with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Emcare


    Drinking alcohol while taking Emcare may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

    Mild


Frequently asked Questions about Emcare

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Emcare with milk?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Emcare along with milk. It reduces the effectiveness of medicine by reducing the absorption of a drug. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medicine with milk.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Emcare safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Emcare is safe to use, if taken in a 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. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Emcare on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Discontinuing Emcare on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Emcare?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Emcare should be taken with meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted such as constipation, diarrhea, and other stomach related problem. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Emcare with ibuprofen?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

It is recommended to avoid taking Emcare with ibuprofen, because it may increase the risk of side effects associated with the central nervous system. Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Levaquin® (levofloxacin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 713

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1399

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