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

Bencef 500 Tablet Information

Bencef 500 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Bencef 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Bencef 500 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Bencef 500 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Bencef 500 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Bencef 500 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Bencef 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Bencef 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Bencef 500 Tablet contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Bencef 500 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Bencef 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Bencef 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Bencef 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Bencef 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

Bencef 500 Tablet Related Warnings

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

Pregnant women can take Bencef without worrying about any side effects.

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

Breastfeeding women can safely use Bencef.

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

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

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

Using Bencef does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

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

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Bencef 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Bencef 500 Tablet Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Diabetes
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Bencef 500 Tablet

Is this Bencef 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Bencef 500 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Bencef 500 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Bencef 500 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

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

No

Bencef 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bencef 500 Tablet

It is safe to take Bencef 500 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Bencef 500 Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Bencef 500 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Bencef 500 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Does Bencef affect hemoglobin?

Yes, Bencef 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 Bencef treat typhoid?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 4 years ago

Does Bencef help in sinus infection?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bencef can treat sinusitis (sinus infection) which is inflammation of cavities situated around the nasal passages due to infection caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or Haemophilus influenzae. It works in sinusitis by killing the bacteria which is responsible for inflammation.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Bencef with ibuprofen?

Yes, Bencef can be taken with ibuprofen. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Bencef contain penicillin?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, Bencef does not penicillin. 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.