Forcef 500 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Forcef 500 Tablet Information

Forcef 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, Forcef 500 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Forcef 500 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Forcef 500 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Forcef 500 Tablet 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Forcef 500 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Forcef 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Forcef 500 Tablet related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Forcef 500 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Forcef 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Forcef 500 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Forcef 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Forcef 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Forcef 500 Tablet 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

Forcef 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Forcef 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Forcef is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Forcef 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Forcef is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Forcef 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Forcef rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Forcef 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Forcef is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Forcef 500 Tablet on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Forcef 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Forcef 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Forcef 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Forcef 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Forcef 500 Tablet

Is this Forcef 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Forcef 500 Tablet.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Forcef 500 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Forcef 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Forcef 500 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Forcef 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Forcef 500 Tablet

Taking Forcef 500 Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Forcef 500 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Forcef 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Forcef 500 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Is Forcef a sulfa drug?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Forcef 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Forcef cover enterococcus?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Forcef does not cover Enterococcus faecalis. They are generally found to be resistant to Forcef. However antibiotic sensitivity test is recommended to confirm its resistance.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Forcef affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Forcef can affect hemoglobin, it causes decreased hemoglobin in blood but this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Forcef treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Forcef on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuing Forcef 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.