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

Movacef Information

Movacef is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Movacef have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Movacef 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 Movacef as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Movacef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Movacef's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Movacef has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Movacef related warnings section.

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

Besides this, Movacef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Movacef Benefits & Uses

Movacef is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Movacef 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(Male)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gonorrhea Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Movacef Related Warnings

Is the use of Movacef safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Movacef safely.

Safe
Is the use of Movacef safe during breastfeeding?

Movacef does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Movacef on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Movacef on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Movacef on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Movacef on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Movacef on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Movacef for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Movacef with Other Drugs

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

Movacef Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Movacef

Is this Movacef habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Movacef is addictive.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Movacef only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Movacef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Movacef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Movacef

It is safe to take Movacef with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Movacef

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Movacef with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Movacef

Question almost 4 years ago

Can Movacef treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Movacef can treat typhoid fever. It has been found to be very effective in the treatment of typhoid caused by Salmonella typhi.

Question about 4 years ago

Does Movacef treat strep throat?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Movacef 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Movacef affect birth control?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Movacef might affect hormonal birth control because it can cause decreases in estrogen reabsorption and reduction in the efficacy of combined oral contraceptives (estrogen and progesterone).

Question almost 4 years ago

Is Movacef an antiboitic?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Movacef is an antibiotic. It contains cefotaxime which is a broad spectrum antibiotic that belongs to the class of drugs known as cephalosporins. It is a prescription drug which is used for the prevention and treatment of various bacterial infections.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Movacef without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Movacef is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.