Cepocef 100 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cepocef Benefits & Uses

Cepocef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis

Other Benefits

Cepocef 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: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cepocef Related Warnings

Is the use of Cepocef safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Cepocef has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Cepocef safe during breastfeeding?

Cepocef may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Cepocef, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Cepocef.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cepocef on the Kidneys?

Cepocef may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cepocef on the Liver?

Cepocef may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cepocef on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Cepocef on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cepocef with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Cepocef Contraindications

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

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Cepocef

Is this Cepocef habit forming or addictive?

Cepocef is not addictive in nature.

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

Cepocef will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Cepocef is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Cepocef in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cepocef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cepocef

Taking Cepocef with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cepocef

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cepocef with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cepocef

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Cepocef to treat pneumonia?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, you can use Cepocef to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cepocef cause stomach upset?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cepocef can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Cepocef?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Cepocef should be ideally taken with food(a light meal). Take this medicine in the required quantity and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote bacterial resistance which results in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 14 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. Incase you feel any discomfort such as breathing difficulties and skin reactions while taking this medicine please inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Cepocef with azithromycin?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Avoid taking Cepocef with azithromycin, because it can cause heart-related problems. However, if you are experiencing any discomfort after consuming these two medicines at the same time then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Cepocef cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cepocef can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.